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Bobby Thompson: The Little Waster
Bobby Thompson: The Little Waster
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Bobby Thompson: The Little Waster

1982
1h 18m
Comedy
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

1982

Runtime

1h 18m

Storyline

"Bobby Thompson...a legend in his own lifetime"

A series of anecdotes and monologues by County Durham comedian Bobby Thompson. Well known throughout the North East of England his 'Little Waster' character tells tales of debt, dole and wife trouble, while 'The Old Soldier' gives a hilarious account of his Second World War relationships with King George and Field Marshall Montgomery, providing a wry look at the class divide. Also included is a documentary film shot during his final years.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 18m
Dec 18, 1982
Languages
English
Director
James Goldby
Malcolm Dickinson
Production
Tyne Tees Television
Tyne Tees Television
Production Countries
United Kingdom

Top Cast

2 Cast Members

Bobby Thompson

The Little Waster / The Old Soldier / Self

Tom Coyne

Self (Narrator)

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