Only Fools and Horses star John Challis has blasted new TV comedies, insisting they’re just not funny. The actor, who played used car salesman Boycie in Fools, reckons the schedules are crying out for a good old-fashioned sitcom.
But he says the broadcasters keep commissioning panel shows instead or cringe-inducing Office-style comedies. John, 78, said: “I grew up in a different era of comedy, which I loved.
All those shows like Fawlty Towers and Dad’s Army…all that character-driven stuff is just wonderful. “Some modern stuff has got some great ideas but I just don’t latch on to it.
I find it all a bit cynical and pleased with itself. “I get sent scripts now and I’m desperately trying to find what’s funny about them.
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