William Rushton

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William George Rushton was an English cartoonist, satirist, comedian, actor and performer who co-founded the satirical magazine Private Eye.

Most Popular William Rushton Trailers

Total trailers found: 31

Decorators Limited Trailer (1976)

01 January 1976

In hopes of winning a home decoration competition, the overbearing Mrs. Foster employs two men to repaint her flat.

The Secret Policeman’s Biggest Ball Trailer (1989)

01 January 1989

After the criticisms of the 1987 show’s disproportionate focus on music - and the financial disaster of its music-only Festival Of Youth weekend concert in 1988, Amnesty returned to the original formula that had been so successful in the 1976-1981 era with a primary focus on comedy.

Kenny Everett's Christmas Carol Trailer (1985)

24 December 1985

Kenny gives us his rendition of Charles Dickens story A Christmas Carol, "with apologies to C. Dicke"

The Flying Alberts Trailer (1963)

01 January 1963

The Alberts (Bruce Lacey, Tony Gray and his brother Dougie Gray) attempt to take off. There are two edits to this film, both with their distinct ending.

Nothing But the Best Trailer (1964)

10 March 1964

Success has James Brewster's name written all over it, and he also has his heart set on his boss's daughter.

The Adventures of Barry McKenzie Trailer (1972)

12 October 1972

Barry McKenzie sets off for England with his aunt, Edna Everage, to advance his cultural education. Bazza is an innocent abroad, fond of beer, Bondi and beautiful sheilas, but he soon settles into the Australian ghetto in Earls Court, where his old mate Curly has a flat.

The Best House in London Trailer (1969)

01 June 1969

In Victorian London, the British Government attempts a solution to the problem of street prostitution by establishing the world's most fabulous brothel.

The Cobblers of Umbridge Trailer (1973)

01 January 1973

A parody of the long running radio show "The Archers", an everyday story of country-folk based in the fictional village of Umbridge.

The Flying Alberts (Brucey Lacey edit) Trailer (1965)

01 January 1965

The Alberts (Bruce Lacey, Tony Gray and his brother Dougie Gray) attempt to take off. There are two edits of this film, both with their own distinct ending.

Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes Trailer (1965)

16 June 1965

In order to boost circulation of his newspaper, Lord Rawnsley announces an air race and offers £10,000 to the first person who can fly across the English Channel.

Elementary, My Dear Watson Trailer (1973)

18 January 1973

John Cleese stars as Sherlock Holmes in this Comedy Playhouse pilot episode from 1973.

The Best of the Adventures Trailer (1981)

01 January 1981

A feature-length compilation of the funniest and naughtiest bits from the legendary 1970s’ Adventures of series!

Scene Nun, Take One Trailer (1964)

14 July 1964

An actress dressed as a nun flounces off a film set and has a series of encounters on the streets of London.

Consuming Passions Trailer (1988)

06 April 1988

Adapted from a play written by two Monty Python vets, this toothy satire launches with a tragic accident at Chumley's chocolate factory when hapless manager Ian Littleton accidentally knocks several employees into a huge chocolate vat.

Twelve Plus One Trailer (1969)

07 October 1969

Mario, a young philanderer, receives 13 antique chairs in a bad state by inheritance and decides to sell off them to get some money.

Keep It Up Downstairs Trailer (1976)

28 July 1976

The year is 1904; the setting is Cockshute Towers, one of England's stateliest homes. When the household is threatened with bankruptcy, both the masters and the servants are prepared to co-operate in trying to find some cash - after all, most of them are enjoying liaisons of one kind or another among themselves, and none have any desire to give up their rewarding way of life.

Adventures of a Private Eye Trailer (1977)

04 March 1977

While a private detective is away on vacation, his not particularly bright assistant takes it upon himself to "solve" a case that comes in.

Hamlet: The Video Trailer (1992)

01 January 1992

The television campaign for Hamlet cigars, one of the longest running, most memorable and funniest campaigns in advertising history is now on video for the first time.

Alice in Label Land Trailer (1974)

01 January 1974

Lewis Carroll's 'Alice' stories are used to explain certain sections of the Labelling of Food Regulations 1970.

'G.I.G.O Garbage In, Garbage Out' Computer History - A British View Trailer (1969)

01 January 1969

Barclays Bank documentary about computers in the UK and how they might be used in the future.

Two Old Farts in the Night Trailer (1996)

15 July 1996

Live show of Willie Rushton and Barry Cryer, recorded at the Hackney Empire

Cinderella: The Shoe Must Go On Trailer (1986)

25 December 1986

Danny La Rue plays Cinderella's wicked stepmother in this grand tradition of a Christmas pantomime.

Is This a Record? Trailer (1973)

01 June 1973

John Cleese, Michael Palin and Terry Jones celebrate the Guinness Book of World Records.

Adventures of a Plumber's Mate Trailer (1978)

01 July 1978

Randy plumber Sid South enjoys a profession which offers him ample opportunity to bed sexy housewives.

The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom Trailer (1968)

11 September 1968

Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her.

Death Becomes Me Trailer (1979)

01 January 1979

Two episodes of the TV series "The Persuaders" joined into a movie. Two playboys, Brett Sinclair (Roger Moore) and Danny Wilde (Tony Curtis), investigate crimes.

Flight of the Doves Trailer (1971)

02 April 1971

While fleeing across the Irish countryside, two orphans are pursued by their villainous uncle, a master of disguises.

It's All Over Town Trailer (1963)

01 December 1963

A series of musical vignettes formed from the dreams of a slumbering workman.

Santa's Pocket Watch Trailer (1980)

20 December 1980

Sam dreams of meeting Father Christmas, so when Santa arrives at his house Sam hides in the big guy's sack.

The Kenny Everett Naughty Joke Box Trailer (1981)

01 January 1981

Old school comics join Kenny Everett for some old school comedy. Stand up routines are interspersed with sketches and stand up routines from Kenny Everett.

Twelfth Night Trailer (1992)

01 October 1992

The events of the comedy take place in the country of Illyria, which for the English of Shakespeare's time was fabulous.