I got to agree with you on some shows philosopher clegg, if there brought back though with original characters I think they should be (Open All Hours and Birds of a Feather are two examples) but not if there completely new actors playing the characters (Reggie Perrin as a example).
I will put in a vote for The Upper Hand, as long as its with the original actors
That's was a good run.. Loved Uncle Mort!!!!!I Didn't Know You Cared :
Keeping Up Appearances would be good. Its a bit like Summer wine, easy to watch. Also As Time Goes By another easy one to watch.
I will probably be in a minority here, but I usually don't like series either being brought back or remade once they have had their time. This is especially true for comedies that were very successful first time around and are given the "classic" title. The reason for this is simple in that it is almost impossible to recreate the success that went before. I can't think of any that went on and on or came back that maintained the high standard that made it a classic.
I got to agree with you on some shows philosopher clegg, if there brought back though with original characters I think they should be (Open All Hours and Birds of a Feather are two examples) but not if there completely new actors playing the characters (Reggie Perrin as a example).
I will put in a vote for The Upper Hand, as long as its with the original actors
Amen to that :respect:Cod, I'm not saying we should or even could remake/bring back these great shows. I for one don't think we have the talent in this country any more and having forced myself to watch Mrs Browns Boys the other night ( Just see what the fuss was about) I now have that thought reinforced!
I think the thread was started to see what kind of programs we fantasise about being brought back and people seem to have been offended by some of the answers, I for one was just answering for the fun of it. Its good to have these discussions with you all I enjoy it but no way do I think this will ever happen. :respect:
Cod, I'm not saying we should or even could remake/bring back these great shows. I for one don't think we have the talent in this country any more and having forced myself to watch Mrs Browns Boys the other night ( Just see what the fuss was about) I now have that thought reinforced!
I think the thread was started to see what kind of programs we fantasise about being brought back and people seem to have been offended by some of the answers, I for one was just answering for the fun of it. Its good to have these discussions with you all I enjoy it but no way do I think this will ever happen. :respect:
I got to agree with you on some shows philosopher clegg, if there brought back though with original characters I think they should be (Open All Hours and Birds of a Feather are two examples) but not if there completely new actors playing the characters (Reggie Perrin as a example).
I will put in a vote for The Upper Hand, as long as its with the original actors
Oh I remember the Upper hand. Wasn't it Joe McGann and Diane Weston. I think one of the children was Kellie Bright. He was a housekeeper I think.
I will probably be in a minority here, but I usually don't like series either being brought back or remade once they have had their time. This is especially true for comedies that were very successful first time around and are given the "classic" title. The reason for this is simple in that it is almost impossible to recreate the success that went before. I can't think of any that went on and on or came back that maintained the high standard that made it a classic.
And Philosopher Clegg, I have read many of your posts and I firmly get (and respect) that you think good thinks should be left alone and not try to be duplicated. Ultimately you are probably correct. I can't speak for others on this site, but I for one am a dreamer. I can't help but to imagine what if Summer Wine or other shows went on. If they had the right cast, could it become great again? So I may esire to see Fawlty Towers remade or Summer Wine continue, but I also realize the remakes would not be identical.
I also think of Summer Wine as a bit of a fantasy/ dreamlike show (moreso the retirement years than the redundant years). Just thinking of three elderly guys, wandering around the Yorkshire countryside, going for an occasional tea or beer and gettingmixed up with a variety of barmpots. It almost seems dreamlike to me. I fantasize about my own retirement being like this and I simply dream and desire to see more of it.
Cod, I'm not saying we should or even could remake/bring back these great shows. I for one don't think we have the talent in this country any more and having forced myself to watch Mrs Browns Boys the other night ( Just see what the fuss was about) I now have that thought reinforced!
I think the thread was started to see what kind of programs we fantasise about being brought back and people seem to have been offended by some of the answers, I for one was just answering for the fun of it. Its good to have these discussions with you all I enjoy it but no way do I think this will ever happen. :respect:
I hope Susan, that my post wasn't one that you interpreted as taking offense. I read your post last night, reflected on it, and casually responded. I would not be offended by anyone's answer on this thread. It is just interesting to agree or disagree and explain.
Not enough talent in the UK anymore? Wow! The is pessimistic!
The same goes for my response to Philosopher Clegg. I hope he doesn't think my response was brash. I was just trying to explain why I may disagree.
No hard feelings anyone!