Rik Mayall

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Richard Michael "Rik" Mayall (7 March 1958 – 9 June 2014) was an English comedian, writer and actor. He was known for his comedy partnership with Adrian Edmondson, his over-the-top, energetic portrayal of characters, and as a pioneer of alternative comedy in the early 1980s.

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Dirty Movie Trailer (1984)

07 January 1984

Postman Bean is anxious to end his round early to catch a morning showing of 'The Sound of Muzak' at his local cinema.

Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule Trailer (2014)

20 December 2014

Comedian Rik Mayall died suddenly on 9 June 2014. Mayall's blend of rocket-fuelled physical comedy, surrealism, subversive satire and pompous punk wit left a body of work that spanned four decades.

An American Werewolf in London Trailer (1981)

21 August 1981

American tourists David and Jack are savagely attacked by an unidentified animal while hiking on the Yorkshire Moors.

How The Young Ones Changed Comedy Trailer (2018)

26 May 2018

This documentary explores the legacy of one of the most notorious British sitcoms of all time. Launching alternative comedy onto our screens, the show made household names of its performers and writers and proved to be a huge influence, despite the BBC reportedly being baffled by what they'd commissioned back in 1982.

Summer School Trailer (1983)

31 January 1983

A motley band of suburbanites arrives at a summer school to simulate life in an Iron Age village. However, the village is right in the middle of a modern university campus which somewhat detracts from its air of authenticity.

Sindy The Fairy Princess Trailer (2006)

20 February 2006

Sindy awakens in a fairytale land where an evil wizard is attempting to overthrow the royal family in order to stop this Prince Hugo must find his true love and marry her within the next day and receive his mother and father, the king and Queens magical powers in order to stop the wizard taking over.

Whoops Apocalypse Trailer (1986)

06 May 1986

When a small British owned island in the Caribbean is invaded and the world's most dangerous terrorist kidnaps a member of the Royal family, the countdown to World War 3 begins.

Gino: Full Story and Pics Trailer (1984)

28 January 1984

A hoodlum is turned into a celebrity when he steals a cab and subsequent events are blown out of proportion by the media.

Oh Marbella! Trailer (2003)

01 January 2003

Marbella, the original Costa del Sol paradise for the rich and famous and for those wishing they were.

Valiant Trailer (2005)

25 March 2005

Set in 1944, Valiant is a woodland pigeon who wants to become a great hero someday. When he hears they are hiring recruits for the Royal Homing Pigeon Service, he immediately sets out for London.

Drop Dead Fred Trailer (1991)

19 April 1991

An unhappy housewife gets a lift from the return of her imaginary childhood friend, Drop Dead Fred.

The Comic Strip Trailer (1981)

01 January 1981

A tongue-in-cheek "behind the scenes" look at the Comic Strip comedy club in the early 1980s, which '

Roald Dahl's Most Marvellous Book Trailer (2016)

04 September 2016

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Roald Dahl’s birth, film and television personalities take turns championing their favourite of Dahl's 10 best-selling children’s books, culminating in a nationwide vote.

The Wind in the Willows Trailer (1995)

24 December 1995

Jailed for his reckless driving, rambunctious Mr. Toad has to escape from prison when his beloved Toad Hall comes under threat from the wily weasels, who plan to build a dog food factory on the very meadow sold to them by Toad himself.

Blackadder Rides Again Trailer (2008)

25 December 2008

This documentary marks the 25th anniversary since the first transmission of The Black Adder in 1983 and reunites the iconic cast to give their opinions on all series and specials.

The Thief and the Cobbler Trailer (1993)

23 September 1993

Princess Yum Yum falls in love with Tack and saves him from being executed. Later, when the protective orbs of the palace get stolen, Tacka and Yum Yum set out to find them and save the kingdom.

The Princess and the Goblin Trailer (1991)

03 June 1991

The story is about the Princess Irene and a young warrior boy named Curty. Irene must use her magic power to fight off goblins and save the kingdom.

Bottom: Exposed Trailer (2024)

18 April 2024

Adrian Edmondson gives a first-hand account of making the hit show "Bottom" with the late, great Rik Mayall.

Eye of the Needle Trailer (1981)

24 July 1981

Great Britain, 1944, during World War II. Relentlessly pursued by several MI5 agents, Henry Faber the Needle, a ruthless German spy in possession of vital information about D-Day, takes refuge on Storm Island, an inhospitable, sparsely inhabited island off the coast of northern Scotland.

The Escape Trailer (2015)

30 April 2015

Julia has a good job and has two children with the caring Paul. But there are antidepressants in the kitchen drawer.

Just for the Record Trailer (2010)

05 May 2010

A year after the collapse of a low-budget British rom-com, documentary maker Andy Wiseman sets out to find out what went wrong.

The Rocky Horror Treatment Trailer (1981)

04 February 1981

A 1981 documentary looking at the Cult following of the Rocky Horror show and introducing the sequel "Shock Treatment".

The Canterville Ghost Trailer (1997)

31 October 1997

'The Canterville Ghost' is one of the most popular choice for making a film in Oscar Wilde's works, and the original short story deserves the popularity.

Horse Opera Trailer (1993)

01 January 1993

Set in the badlands of the American west, where men were men and women got slapped a lot. Horse Opera is a strange journey through the mind of George, a minor clerk in the Tax office, and chairman of Nottingham cowboy society.

Sex Actually Trailer (2005)

28 December 2005

Colombian Luccio and his girlfriend Angie move into a respectable part of Berkshire, learning that Ron and Helen, the previous owners of their house, died mysteriously.

Rik Mayall Presents: Micky Love Trailer (1993)

20 May 1993

Mickey Love is an aging television quiz show host who after climbing his way back to the top after conquering alcoholism has hosted the highly rated "Family Values" for over ten years.

Rik Mayall Presents: Clair de Lune Trailer (1995)

12 February 1995

Comedy thriller notable for the remarkably un-manic and restrained performance by Rik Mayall as single parent and part-time minicab driver Toby.

Shock Treatment Trailer (1981)

21 August 1981

Brad and Janet Majors find their strained marriage put to the test on popular Denton TV show Marriage Maze.

Day of the Sirens Trailer (2002)

01 January 2002

A serial killer goes out in a blaze of terror on a summer's day in London.

30 Years of Comic Strip Trailer (2012)

03 November 2012

The cast and crew of The Comic Strip share anecdotes about the making of the show, recounting experiences marked by a playful disregard for health and safety.

Chaos and Cadavers Trailer (2003)

15 May 2003

Two young newlyweds, geeky Edward and innocent but alluring Samantha, turn up at a majestic and remote country house hotel for their honeymoon, which has been taken over by the high-spirited members of an Undertakers' Annual Convention.

The Willows in Winter Trailer (1996)

26 December 1996

Hailed as the "rightful heir" to "The Wind in the Willows", William Horwood's critically acclaimed sequel comes to magical life in this beautifully animated feature-length classic.

Eat the Rich Trailer (1987)

23 October 1987

Alex is a disgruntled waiter at a snobby exclusive restaurant who falls on hard times. Forced to deal with the contempt and disgust of the upper class, Alex & cohorts attempt to go on a rampage.

Filthy Rich & Catflap Trailer (1987)

07 January 1987

A satire about three losers: a failed actor, his sleazy agent, and a permanently drunk bodyguard.

Merlin: The Return Trailer (2000)

22 December 2000

When Merlin cast a positive spell to protect the knights of the Round Table, he used ancient magic drawing on the power of Stonehenge, and the knights were put into a sort of suspended animation.

Chilly Dogs Trailer (2001)

01 January 2001

A man must participate in the Iditarod dog race across Alaska to inherit property from his legendary grandfather, but ends up getting much more than he bargained for.

Errors of the Human Body Trailer (2012)

23 September 2012

Canadian scientist, Dr Geoff Burton takes up a position at a new institute in wintry Dresden in order to contribute to their most important project—a human regeneration gene—that also has the potential to make something miraculous out of a personal tragedy that has haunted him for years.

Snow White: The Sequel Trailer (2007)

31 January 2007

Prince Charming was supposed to live long and happily with Snow White after kissing her back to life.

Out Of My Head Trailer (1995)

08 July 1995

A teenager who's fed up with his uneventful life of social isolation decides to try drugs to get some excitement.

Blackadder's Most Cunning Moments Trailer (2008)

16 October 2008

A countdown of the top 40 "Blackadder" moments chosen by cast and crew members, celebrity fans and 15 genuine Blackadders.

Churchill: The Hollywood Years Trailer (2004)

03 December 2004

A group of American executives making a film about World War II decide that since their lead is rather unglamorous, they will draft in an American G.

Bring Me the Head of Mavis Davis Trailer (1997)

16 January 1997

Marla Darland is blessed with the voice of an angel, a singing legend. But when her agent, Marty Starr, finds his agency in trouble, he concocts a sinister plot to bring up her record sales.

Guest House Paradiso Trailer (1999)

03 December 1999

Richie and Eddie are in charge of the worst hotel in the UK, Guest House Paradiso, neighbouring a nuclear power plant.

Bottom Mindless Violence Trailer (2004)

22 November 2004

The only word to describe the amazing duo of Rik Mayall and Adrian Edminson is genius. For the past 25 years they have provided us with some unforgettable programs that left us on the floor such as The Young Ones, The Dangerous Brothers and of course, Bottom.

Carry On Columbus Trailer (1992)

02 October 1992

Christopher Columbus believes he can find an alternative route to the far East and persuades the King and Queen of Spain to finance his expedition.

Jesus Christ Superstar Trailer (2000)

16 October 2000

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar first exploded onto the West End stage in 1971 and it was clear that the musical world would never be the same again.

Oh No, Not Them Trailer (1989)

29 August 1989

The untransmitted pilot of the failed American remake of The Young Ones

What's a Carry On? Trailer (1998)

29 December 1998

Documentary commemorating the 40th anniversary of the 'Carry On' comedy film series. Archive clips and out-takes are mixed with interviews with the cast.

Blackadder: Back & Forth Trailer (1999)

29 March 1999

What was a cunning plan from Lord Edmund Blackadder V to fake a time machine on his gullibly incompetent friends, turns out to be the real thing and hurls him and his imbecile underling, Baldrick, through the course of human history.

Couples and Robbers Trailer (1981)

07 October 1981

Couples and Robbers is a 1981 English language comedy/crime film written and directed by Clare Peploe, starring Frances Low, Rik Mayall and Peter Eyre.

Mr Jolly Lives Next Door Trailer (1988)

05 March 1988

A couple of bored escorts find themselves suddenly involved with a hit gang and an ax murderer - Mr. Jolly.

The Dangerous Brothers - Dangervision Trailer (2008)

01 January 2008

Starring Richard Dangerous (Rick Mayall) and Sir Adrian Dangerous (Adrian Edmondson) as the low-life, pervert siblings.

Bottom Fluff Trailer (1996)

16 November 1996

Bottom Fluff is a collection of bloopers from all 3 series of bottom.

Completely Bad News Trailer (2019)

29 November 2019

A double offering of heavy metal madness from The Comic Strip and Bad News.

Remember Me? Trailer (1997)

02 January 1997

A domestic farce exposes the eccentricities of a "typical" middle class, suburban family who find their lives thrown into a crisis with the unexpected arrival of one of the wife's old flames.

The Hunt for Tony Blair Trailer (2011)

15 October 2011

The Comic Strip team return for a special 50s-style 'fugitive' film noir spoof. The 60-minute film, penned by Peter Richardson and Pete Richens, follows Prime Minister Tony Blair (Stephen Mangan), wanted for murder and on the run.

The Best of Cannon & Ball Trailer (1985)

07 April 1985

Double act Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball entertain us with their own unique brand of humour. The programmes feature various sketch shows along with many celebrity guests.

Rik Mayall Presents: Briefest Encounter Trailer (1993)

27 May 1993

Having just met at a party, Siobhan brings back Greg to her flat for what might be a night of of unbridled passion.

Bad News Trailer (1983)

24 January 1983

A documentary crew films heavy metal band Bad News as they have trouble starting their van, pick up a schoolgirl groupie, and meet up with rock journalist Sally at a motorway service station where they argue about the cost of sausage and chips.

Eldorado Trailer (2012)

30 January 2012

The Stranger, a tall striking creature dressed in white sets into motions a series of events whilst reciting the Edgar Allen Poe Poem "Eldorado", which will have an effect on those heading towards the mythical city.