A Bit of Fry & Laurie 1989
What is A Bit of Fry & Laurie?
A Bit of Fry & Laurie is a television series first released in 1989. Catalogued under Comedy.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 25
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 13, 1989
- Networks
- BBC One, BBC Two
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 25 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Overview
A Bit of Fry & Laurie is a television series first released in 1989. Catalogued under Comedy. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Two witty Cambridge alumni spar with language in a razor‑sharp sketch comedy series.”
- Inventive wordplay and rapid‑fire jokes
- Stars Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie showcasing their chemistry
- Humor relies heavily on linguistic jokes which may not land for all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy clever British sketch comedy and love playful language.
The series contains mature language and sophisticated humor, making it best suited for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
- E1 SAS Jan 13, 1989
- E2 America Jan 20, 1989
- E3 Doctor Tobacco Jan 27, 1989
- E4 Trouser Competition Feb 3, 1989
- E5 Christening Feb 10, 1989
- E6 Marjorie's Fall Feb 17, 1989
Season 2 · 6 episodes
- E1 Dancercises Mar 9, 1990
- E2 Tideymans Carpets Mar 16, 1990
- E3 Over to You Mar 23, 1990
- E4 Returning Suits Mar 30, 1990
- E5 The Cause Apr 6, 1990
- E6 Dammit Church Apr 13, 1990
Season 3 · 6 episodes
- E1 Psychiatrists Jan 9, 1992
- E2 Petrol Attendants Jan 16, 1992
- E3 Firing Jan 23, 1992
- E4 Too Long, Johnny Jan 30, 1992
- E5 Countdown Feb 6, 1992
- E6 Devil's Music Feb 13, 1992
Season 4 · 7 episodes
- E1 All We Gotta Do Feb 12, 1995
- E2 Steffi is an Angel Feb 19, 1995
- E3 Barman Feb 26, 1995
- E4 Soccer School Mar 5, 1995
- E5 Tribunal Mar 19, 1995
- E6 The Duke of Northampton Mar 26, 1995
- E7 Sophisticated Song Apr 2, 1995
Frequently asked questions
When did A Bit of Fry & Laurie first air?
It premiered in 1989 in the United Kingdom.
Who created and starred in the show?
It was written by and stars Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie, former Cambridge Footlights members.
What type of comedy does the series feature?
The show is a sketch comedy series noted for its elaborate wordplay and turns of phrase.
How has the series been received by audiences?
It has received high audience ratings, such as 84% on Kinobox and 88% on CSFD.
Is the series appropriate for children?
It is rated TV‑MA, indicating mature content that is not suitable for younger viewers.