Horrible Histories Series 3, Episode 8 - British Comedy Guide (original) (raw)
A selection of monarchs, a rather unsavoury make and singing suffragettes provide the entertainment in another packed episode of the historical comedy sketch show.
Further details
HHTV reporter Mike Peabody finds himself under attack when he gets caught up in the French Revolution; Henry VIII enjoys a highly dangerous sport for children; Saxon King Ethelred the Unready suffers a spate of online bullying from the Vikings; and the Suffragettes set the record straight in song.
Also in today's programme, the Hairy Vikings dish up some Norse delicacies to keep hunger at bay during the dark winter months; Henry I reveals his stupid death; and Madame Tussaud provides a step-by-step guide to her gruesome make.
Broadcast details
Date
Tuesday 21st June 2011
Time
5:15pm
Channel
Length
30 minutes
Cast & crew
Cast
| Jim Howick | Various |
|---|---|
| Simon Farnaby | Various |
| Ben Willbond | Various |
| Mathew Baynton | Various |
| Martha Howe-Douglas | Various |
| Laurence Rickard | Various |
| Jon Culshaw | Various (Voice) |
| Jess Robinson | Various (Voice) |
| Alice Lowe | Ensemble Actor |
| Lawry Lewin | Ensemble Actor |
| John Eccleston | Rattus Rattus |
Writing team
| Ben Ward | Writer |
|---|---|
| Dave Cohen | Writer |
| Laurence Rickard | Writer |
| Giles Pilbrow | Writer |
| Greg Jenner | Writer |
| Joe Tucker | Writer |
| Raphael Warner | Writer |
Production team
| Steve Connelly | Director |
|---|---|
| Dominic Brigstocke | Director |
| Caroline Norris | Series Producer |
| Giles Pilbrow | Producer |
| Imogen Cooper | Producer |
| Richard Bradley | Executive Producer |
| Alison Gregory | Executive Producer |
| Nigel Williams | Editor |
| Mike Holliday | Editor |
| Miranda Jones | Production Designer |
| Richie Webb | Composer |