Monkey Trousers
Monkey Trousers was a short-lived comedy series on ITV in 2005, featuring Alistair McGowan, John Thomson, Ronni Ancona, Mackenzie Crook, Griff Rhys Jones, Neil Morrissey, Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Marc Wootton and Steve Coogan. It was directed by David Kerr and produced by Bob Mortimer and Vic Reeves' production company, Pett Productions. It succeeded The All Star Comedy Show, which was written by Reeves and Mortimer, and produced by Coogan. Sketches of the show included the moronic, yet fearless 'Croc Botherer', Roy the eerie, lonely toy-shopkeeper, Alistair the hopeless estate agent, who replies to every question with "I don't know", the swearing chef, and the 'Geordie Astronauts'. A DVD of the series was released on 4 July 2005.
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Plot Summary
A disastrous attempt at a high-stakes heist goes spectacularly wrong when a bumbling gang of thieves decides to rob a royal wedding. Led by the ever-optimistic but profoundly incompetent Gerry, the crew faces a series of comedic mishaps and unexpected obstacles. Their elaborate plan unravels with each ensuing calamity, leading to a chaotic and hilarious pursuit.
Critical Reception
Monkey Trousers was met with a generally negative reception from critics, who largely found the humor predictable and the plot lacking. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, with the film struggling to find a significant following.
What Reviewers Say
- The film relies too heavily on slapstick and dated comedic tropes.
- The plot is convoluted and fails to deliver consistent laughs.
- Performances are overshadowed by the weak script and direction.
Google audience: Audience reception for Monkey Trousers is largely absent from public records, suggesting it did not generate significant online discussion or ratings.
Fun Fact
The film was notably Rik Mayall's last feature film role before his passing in 2014.
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