A crusty old English General leads his eccentric family on a family picnic trip, and comic chaos ensues.
Acting
Barker and Corbett's masterclass in barely-contained mutual irritation.
Writing
Every line weaponized for maximum awkward family tension.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Made during the Two Ronnies' absolute dominance of British television, this short captures the era's obsession with class-based humiliation comedy.
At 28 minutes, this was likely made for ITV's 'Sunday Night at the London Palladium' or similar variety slot—explaining the breakneck pacing and sketch-comedy energy.
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