Laughter In The House: The Story Of British Sitcom. Copyright: BBC
Laughter In The House: The Story Of British Sitcom

Laughter In The House: The Story Of British Sitcom

  • TV documentary
  • BBC One
  • 1999
  • 3 episodes (1 series)

Short documentary series exploring the history of British sitcoms. Features Julie Walters.

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