Cult Classic Comic Strip Films & Live Q&A

Since the early 1980s, The Comic Strip has created some of Britain's most beloved and influential comedy films, many of which are now returning to cinemas and delighting audiences of all ages.

Join us for a special evening celebrating the groundbreaking legacy of The Comic Strip Presents..., featuring a selection of classic episodes and films, personally chosen by creator Peter Richardson and screened on the big screen.

Following the screenings, enjoy a live Q&A with Peter Richardson and actor Phil Cornwell, two key figures in British alternative comedy. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, creative insights and fond memories from the making of some of the series' most iconic productions.

About The Comic Strip
The Comic Strip was at the forefront of the alternative comedy movement of the 1980s and helped transform British television comedy. Its influential cast included Adrian Edmondson, Dawn French, Rik Mayall, Nigel Planer, Peter Richardson and Jennifer Saunders, alongside regular appearances from Keith Allen, Robbie Coltrane, Alexei Sayle and many others.

Screenings include:

Best of Rik Mayal (10mins)
Featuring clips from Bad News, Mr Jolly, and Fistful Of Travellers Cheques. 

Red Nose of Courage (53mins)
Ex PM John Major (Ade Edmondson) runs away from the circus to become an MP.  Under pressure from his Dad, the circus manager, (Alexei Sayle) Major is obliged to work evenings as part of a clown act, even when he’s Prime Minister. But then he falls for the Opposition Leader (Dawn French) 

Interval

Best of Stella Street (25 mins)
Scenes from the hit BBC series starring Phil Cornwell and John Sessions.

LIVE Q&A with Peter Richardson and Phil Cornwell.

Four Men In A Car (28 mins)
Four salesmen heading to a conference in Swindon have the journey from hell, involving road-rage, a snowstorm, food poisoning and a farmer’s wife wielding a shotgun.

Starring Rik Mayal, Nigel Planer, Ade Edmondson and Peter Richardson.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to relive some of the greatest moments in British comedy and hear directly from two of the people who helped create them.