Flixtheatre

Rutland Weekend Television

1975 2 Seasons 14 Episodes 5.6

Overview

Comedy sketch series purporting to show the programming of a low key regional television service. Written by Eric Idle of 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' fame. A popular feature was the music of Neil Innes (one time member of the eccentric Bonzo Dog Dooh Dah Band), especially his Beatles parody The Rutles. They later featured in their own film: 'The Rutles (All You Need Is Cash)'.

Details

Status: Returning Series
First Air Date: 1975-05-12
Last Air Date: 1976-12-24
Created By: Eric Idle
Networks: BBC Two
Production: BBC