'Hello Cheeky' was a very funny I. T. V. Programme based on a B. B. C. Radio show. Starring and written by three comedy geniuses - Barry Cryer, the late John Junkin, and the late Tim Brooke-Taylor ( and how heartbreaking it was last year to have to lose Tim to Covid-19 ), how could it not be hilarious? Alright, so none of it was filmed outdoors, but then it did not need to be. The cast ( including Denis King ) were clearly having a great time, and this was communicated to the audience. The big mistake was, however, the timeslot. If it had gone out in a post 'News At Ten' slot, I think it would been a hit. But, it went out on Monday nights at 8 o'clock, and stood no chance of getting the cult audience it deserved. Thankfully, it was released on D. V. D. A few years back, so we can all enjoy it once again. I'll tell you what really is cheesy - 'Tripper's Day' starring Leonard Rossiter. It too is on D. V. D.
And for some strange reason has been repeated on Forces T. V. It was lousy even back in 1984.
And for some strange reason has been repeated on Forces T. V. It was lousy even back in 1984.