Look - Mike Yarwood!
The original BBC TV series that ran for six series from 1971 until 1976, when later that year he returned with a new series Mike Yarwood In Persons. He performed sketches impersonating famous faces of the day. At its height the show regularly drew audiences of up to 18 million viewers.
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Plot Summary
This was a BBC sketch comedy series featuring popular impressionist Mike Yarwood. Each episode showcased Yarwood's uncanny ability to mimic the voices and mannerisms of politicians, celebrities, and sports personalities of the era. The show relied heavily on topical humor and observational comedy, drawing from current events and popular culture.
Critical Reception
Mike Yarwood was a household name in the 1970s, and his BBC shows were immensely popular, drawing huge viewing figures. Critics generally praised his technical skill as an impressionist, though some found the humor to be somewhat safe or formulaic, especially as his popularity peaked.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Mike Yarwood's remarkable vocal and physical impersonations.
- Appreciated for its topical satire and accessible humor.
- Sometimes criticized for a perceived lack of edge or originality in its comedic approach.
Google audience: Audience reception was overwhelmingly positive during its original run, with viewers enjoying the familiar faces and voices Yarwood brought to life. The show was a staple of Saturday night entertainment for many.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (as it was a TV series, awards were typically for individual performances or the show as a whole in broader categories, and specific nominations/wins for this particular 1976 series are not widely documented).
Fun Fact
Mike Yarwood's impressions were so accurate and popular that he was reportedly once asked by the real-life Prime Minister Harold Wilson to perform a private impression of him for his family.
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