

Curry and Chips
Curry and Chips is a British sitcom broadcast in 1969 which was produced by London Weekend Television for the ITV network. Set on a factory floor of 'Lillicrap Ltd', it starred a blacked up Spike Milligan as an Asian immigrant who went by the name of Kevin O'Grady. It also featured Eric Sykes as the foreman, Norman Rossington as the shop steward, and other regulars were Kenny Lynch, and Sam Kydd. The series was written by Till Death Us Do Part writer Johnny Speight, but based on idea by Milligan. It was the first LWT sitcom to be made in colour, and all episodes still exist.
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Plot Summary
This British sitcom followed the misadventures of a British restaurateur who, through a series of misunderstandings and a lack of business acumen, ends up with a curry house run by an Indian owner. The series often played on cultural stereotypes and the clash of British and Indian cultures in a humorous, albeit sometimes controversial, way.
Critical Reception
Curry and Chips was a short-lived series that generated controversy due to its ethnic humor and reliance on stereotypes. While it aimed for comedic effect, it was often criticized for being outdated and potentially offensive. Its reception was largely lukewarm, with many viewing it as a product of its time rather than a groundbreaking comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- Relied heavily on ethnic humor and stereotypes, which proved controversial.
- Faced criticism for its outdated comedic approach.
- Considered a product of its time with limited enduring appeal.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific show is not readily available, but contemporary criticism suggests it was not widely acclaimed and likely faced negative reactions due to its controversial content.
Fun Fact
The show was notable for featuring Saeed Jaffrey, a pioneering actor who later went on to have a significant career in both British and Indian cinema, including roles in 'The Man Who Would Be King' and 'Gandhi'.
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