The Morecambe and Wise Show: Full TV Schedule and Live Stream

What do you think of it so far? Classic sketches, songs and star guests from Eric and Ernie, the pair who always brought us sunshine, including their magical Christmas shows.

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Episodes The Lost Tape

1970: The Lost Tape

As a treat for comedy fans, this is a complete episode of The Morecambe and Wise Show that had been considered lost for over 50 years.

Duration: 45 mins First broadcast: 25 Dec 2021

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Ernie Wise Introduces Morecambe and Wise Classics

Ernie Wise Introduces Morecambe and Wise Classics

Featuring highlights from some of the most successful shows made by one of the greatest comedy duos of all time. Guest stars are Tom Jones, Des O'Connor, Cliff Richard and Diana Rigg.

Duration: 44 mins First broadcast: 8pm 31 Dec 1987

Availability: Available for 28 days (until 25 Dec 2025)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1977

Christmas Show 1977

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise star with Paul Eddington, Richard Briers, Penelope Keith, Elton John, Francis Matthews, Angharad Rees, Kenneth Kendall and Arthur Lowe.

Duration: 1h 7m First broadcast: 8:55pm 25 Dec 1977

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1976

Christmas Show 1976

Classic quintessential seasonal viewing from one of the best British comedy duos.

Duration: 1h 5m First broadcast: 7:45pm 25 Dec 1976

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1975

Christmas Show 1975

A star-studded holiday special starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, first broadcast in 1975. With special guests including Diana Rigg, Des O'Connor, Gordon Jackson, Diane Solomon and Robin Day.

Duration: 1h 6m First broadcast: 7:40pm 25 Dec 1975

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1973

Christmas Show 1973

A star-studded holiday special starring Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise and special guests Vanessa Redgrave, Hannah Gordon, the New Seekers and John Hanson.

Duration: 1h 3m First broadcast: 7:35pm 25 Dec 1973

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1972

Christmas Show 1972

A star-studded Christmas special starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise with guests Glenda Jackson, Jack Jones, Vera Lynn, Pete Murray and Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen.

Duration: 1h 6m First broadcast: 25 Dec 1972

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1971

Christmas Show 1971

The classic 1971 Christmas show, featuring the combined talents of Andre 'Preview' Previn, Glenda Jackson, Shirley Bassey, and not forgetting the immortal Eric and Ernie.

Duration: 1h 6m First broadcast: 25 Dec 1971

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1970

Christmas Show 1970

A laughter-packed Christmas special starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, with a host of guests including Peter Cushing, William Franklyn, Eric Porter and Edward Woodward.

Duration: 1h 2m First broadcast: 25 Dec 1970

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Christmas Show 1969

Christmas Show 1969

A laughter-packed holiday special starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. Featuring guests Fenella Fielding, Frankie Vaughan, Deryck Guyler, Frank Thornton and Ann Hamilton.

Duration: 55 mins First broadcast: 8:15pm 25 Dec 1969

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Episode 1

The Lost Tapes: Episode 1

Sketches and stand-up comedy from Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise from 1968. Among Eric and Ernie's guests in this episode is Michael Aspel. Chris Langford sings Old Devil Moon.

Duration: 37 mins First broadcast: 14 Oct 1968

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Episode 2

The Lost Tapes: Episode 2

Sketches and stand-up comedy from Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise from 1968. Ronnie Carroll joins Eric and Ernie in two sketches - Irish of course! - and sings Once upon a Time.

Duration: 30 mins First broadcast: 8:50pm 30 Sep 1968

Availability: Available for over a year (until 15 Jan 2027)

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