British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide
Comedy writer? Stand-up comedian? Looking to progress? Join BCG Pro

Christopher Ryan (I)

  • 75 years old
  • Actor

Christopher Ryan features

The Young Ones. Image shows left to right: Rick (Rik Mayall), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Neil (Nigel Planer), Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson) Features

Comedy Rewind: The Young Ones - From out of the Shadows

Sunday 22nd June 2025

When The Young Ones burst on to screens in 1982 it felt like a palette cleanser against all the "nice" programmes that typified network sensibilities and attitudes. Despite only running for two series, the comedy is still held aloft as one of the most anarchic sitcoms in British history.

Share this page

Subscribe to our newsletters