Wood and Walters
Wood and Walters

TV Show spotlight

Wood and Walters

1982
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
English

Wood and Walters is a British BAFTA nominated comedy sketch show starring Julie Walters and Victoria Wood for Granada Television and written entirely by Wood. The show was short-lived, with just one pilot in 1981 and seven episodes broadcast in 1982.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jonathan LynnGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A conservative MP, Arthur Walters, finds his life upended when he discovers his wife, Brenda, is secretly a successful and highly risque television personality known as 'Babs'. Walters struggles to reconcile his public image with his private life as he navigates the moral and social implications of his wife's clandestine career.

Critical Reception

Wood and Walters was met with mixed reviews, with some critics praising its satirical edge and performances, while others found its premise to be somewhat contrived and its humor uneven. It was a modest box office success, appreciated more for its commentary on British society than for its comedic elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp satire on British social mores and the hypocrisy of public figures.

  • Arthur Lowe's performance as the bewildered MP was a standout, earning critical acclaim.

  • Some found the plot to be predictable and the comedic elements lacking in consistent impact.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Wood and Walters are scarce due to its age and limited release. However, available comments suggest appreciation for the film's witty dialogue and the central performance by Arthur Lowe, though some found its humor dated.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the last major roles for veteran actor Arthur Lowe, known for his iconic portrayal of Captain Mainwaring in the BBC sitcom 'Dad's Army'.

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