Slapstick is the universal language of comedy. This collection presents a selection of clips from the first ever use right up to modern day.
Arkwright discovers a bit too late that his bike is faulty.
Leslie Nielsen is determined to have fun.
Norman Wisdom shows off his operatic voice on The Bob Monkhouse Show.
The Story of Slapstick presents Charlie Chaplin picking a fight.
Susan is stunned when she discovers Janey has purchased some frivolous jeans.
The Story of Slapstick presents frying pans a plenty with Vic and Bob.
The Story of Slapstick presents the explosive anarchy of The Young Ones.
The Story of Slapstick presents a bunch of glorious Goons.
The Story of Slapstick presents one of the best Bottoms.
The Story of Slapstick presents The Goodies of the story.
The Story of Slapstick presents breakfast with Eric and Ernie.
The Story of Slapstick presents a pumping poodle exploding.
The Story of Slapstick presents a very serious slapstick injury.
The Story of Slapstick presents Laurel and Hardy dining out.
The Story of Slapstick presents Frank Spencer's stunt spectacular.
A roundup of some of Sir Terry's best bits from his years in broadcasting.
Hyacinth attempts to divert attention from Rose's social indiscretion.
Rich deals with the milkman, who he suspects is a journalist.
Basil inflicts his own brand of customer service on some German guests.
Lester Corncrake demonstrates his heightened sense of vision.
Disguised as the butler, Prince George angers The Duke of Wellington.
Benny Hill as a little girl, seeking the attention of her mother.
Mr Bean has a leafy encounter as he walks down the street.
A protest by farmers leaves Alan under a cow.
