Time off

Although usually associated with the BBC, as a result of their Seventies Christmas shows, Morecambe and Wise spent large parts of their career with the ITV network. So what better way to mark the festive season than the release of three box sets showcasing their work for the network.

The partnership first came to fame in the mid Sixties with the comedy series made for ATV, showcasing their impeccable sense of timing and keen eye for the absurd. After leaving the BBC in the late Seventies Eric and Ernie made a number of shows for Thames that featured the usual mix of fast-moving skits, musical parodies and high profile guest stars, including Terry Wogan, David