Canned Carrott

Canned Carrott (1990-1992)

EndedScripted showComedy

Canned Carrott is a comedy stand-up and sketch-show by Jasper Carrott. Two of the regular sketches were "Wiggy" and "The Detectives".

The first sketch, "Wiggy", followed the adventures of a man with a bad wig (played by Carrott). It was a slapstick comedy in which the characters were silent except for the narrator. It was similar in style to Mr. Bean or The Benny Hill Show.

The second, and the more popular was "The Detectives", starring the police officers Briggs and Louis (played by Carrott and Robert Powell), who watched too many TV Police dramas, and unsuccessfully tried to emulate them. Such was the popularity of this sketch that it was transformed into its own television series, The Detectives.

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Scheduleevery Thursday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E06Episode 6Jan 2, 1992
S02E05Episode 5Dec 19, 1991
S02E04Episode 4Dec 12, 1991
S02E03Episode 3Dec 5, 1991
S02E02Episode 2Nov 28, 1991
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Canned Carrott premiere?

Canned Carrott premiered on October 4, 1990.

Who was the creator of Canned Carrott?

The creator of Canned Carrott was Jasper Carrott.

In what country was Canned Carrott filmed?

Canned Carrott was filmed in the United Kingdom.

Who were the main cast members of Canned Carrott?

The main cast members of Canned Carrott were Jasper Carrott, Robert Powell, Hugh Laurie, Steve Frost, and Sally Dexter.

What type of show was Canned Carrott?

Canned Carrott was a sketch comedy show.

How many episodes of Canned Carrott were produced?

There were a total of 12 episodes of Canned Carrott produced.

Was Canned Carrott broadcasted in color or black and white?

Canned Carrott was broadcasted in color.

Which TV network aired Canned Carrott?

Canned Carrott was aired on BBC1.

What was the show's central theme?

The central theme of Canned Carrott was satirical comedy.

Which sketch from Canned Carrott was the most famous?

One of the most famous sketches from Canned Carrott was "The Detectives" featuring Jasper Carrott and Robert Powell.

Was Canned Carrott well-received by critics?

Yes, Canned Carrott received positive reviews from critics.

Did Canned Carrott win any awards?

Yes, Canned Carrott won the BAFTA TV award for Best Light Entertainment Program in 1991.

Was Canned Carrott released on DVD?

Yes, Canned Carrott was released on DVD in 2007.

When was the last episode of Canned Carrott broadcasted?

The last episode of Canned Carrott was broadcasted on December 20, 1990.

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