Fans of British comedy are in for a treat this with a special 60th-anniversary release The Likely Lads Complete Collection on DVD. Dick Clement and Ian la Frenais’ iconic series, which originally aired in the 1960s, follows the lives of two working-class friends, Bob Ferris and Terry Collier, as they navigate love, work, and life in Newcastle.
The collection includes all 21 episodes of the original series and all 27 episodes of the 1970s sequel, Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? This marks the first time that all episodes have been released together on DVD.
Extra features
Alongside all 47 television episodes, the set includes an array of special features:
- The Lively Arts: The Unlikely Lads (arts documentary, aired 10th October 1976)
- A BBC short feature on filming The Likely Lads
- Comedy Choice: The Likely Lads (short introduction by James Bolam)
- Free Thinking: Whatever Happened To Dick Clement And Ian La Frenais? (BBC Radio 3 documentary, aired 27th March 2019)
- Photo gallery
The Likely Lads is considered a classic of British television comedy, and its influence can still be felt today. The series’ witty dialogue, relatable characters, and authentic portrayal of 1960s and 70s northern working-class life have resonated with audiences for generations, as demonstrated by repeated reruns of Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? on BBC and other channels.
For fans of British comedy, this 60th-anniversary collection is a must-have. It’s a chance to revisit a beloved series and discover new insights into its creation.
The Likely Lads Complete Collection is released on November 25th, 2024.