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Bobby Thompson: The Little Waster

1982 78 min English PG
Wubly rating 7.7 IMDb rating 9.3

“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.

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Malcolm Dickinson Director · James Goldby Director

First release December 18, 1982 · Produced in United Kingdom

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Tyne Tees Television

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United Kingdom · December 18, 1982

TV · Originally broadcast by Channel Four Television

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February 28, 2005 · Physical · DVD

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