Benny Hill is celebrated for ‘The Benny Hill Show,’ the British comedy television show that was the most-watched programme in the country at the time and also one of the most distinguished shows of all time. The show was exported to several countries across the globe.
Hill made his acting debut in 1947 on ‘Variety Bandbox,’ a BBC radio variety show. He first appeared on screen in 1950. He has appeared in five full-length films and also made two short-films titled ‘Eddie in August,’ and ‘The Waiters.’
In 1956, he appeared in ‘Who Done It?,’ a comedy crime film that earned mixed reviews. He starred in ‘Light Up The Sky!,’ a comedy drama film that earned a small profit but was well-received by the critics.
In 1965, he appeared in ‘Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines,’ a period epic comedy film that was a box-office success and earned positive critical review. He also starred in ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ and ‘The Italian Job,’ a comedy caper. Hill earned various awards and accolades for his phenomenal performances, including a ‘Rose d’Or’ and a ‘BAFTA Award.’ He also bagged in two ‘Emmy Awards’ nominations.
The Benny Hill Show
Sabrina, the young daughter of the family’s chauffeur, is in love with the master’s playboy son, David. David on his part continues to consider her a child until she returns home after a two year stint in Paris. By then, he is engaged to be married and the wedding is important for the family business. Then there is also Linus, David’s older brother.
Steve kills safecracker John Bridger after a heist in Venice so that he can keep all the gold for himself. The rest of the team, including tech geek Lyle, leader Charlie, Left Ear and driver Rob seek revenge from Steve along with Stella, Bridger's daughter.
A hilarious collection of musical numbers, sketches and comic highlights of the comedy superstar Benny Hill that celebrates his unique talent. Get ready for a raunchy and rib-tickling ride that is sure to tickle your funny bone.
This adventure comedy film tells the story of a press owner and publisher who announces an international air race, hoping it will boost the circulation of his newspaper.
Caractacus Potts is an eccentric inventor. A widowed father of two, he is also pursued by beautiful and wealthy Truly Scrumptious. The plot thickens when the children find that a racing car that has been lying in a local garage is going to be sold as a scarp. On their request Caractacus remodels the car and the four set out for a picnic in it.
Benny Hill Awards
| The Benny Hill Show | Best Script | 1972 |
