Eric, Ernie and Me (2017)

Name: Eric, Ernie and Me
Genre: Comedy, TV Movie, Drama
Released: 2017
Duration: 60 min
Rating: 8.0
Cast: Stephen Tompkinson, Mark Bonnar, Neil Maskell, Rufus Jones, Alex Macqueen

1h United Kingdom

Comedy TV Movie Drama

Plot

Eddie Braben, a former market stall trader from Liverpool, dedicated over ten years to crafting the beloved scripts for comedy duo Morecambe and Wise. However, his journey was fraught with challenges. Starting in 1969, the film explores the dynamic between Braben, Eric, and Ernie, highlighting Braben's relentless pursuit of perfection that nearly led to burnout. The narrative builds towards the iconic Christmas Day show of 1977, a triumphant moment that solidified their place in British entertainment history, showcasing the trials and triumphs behind their legendary partnership.

Cast

Stephen Tompkinson Mark Bonnar Neil Maskell Rufus Jones Alex Macqueen Liz White Adam James Katherine Kingsley Natasha Joseph Rosalind Halstead Darren Bransford Jon Culshaw Susan Twist Isobel Middleton Louis Emerick