Funny Up North
“The History Of Northern Comedy”
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Documentary featuring a cavalcade of Northern comedy stars including the great Frank Randle, George Formby, Arthur Askey, Norman Evans and many more. The North of England has always enjoyed its own very particular brand of comedy, best seen today in Coronation Street. 80 years ago however Mancunian Studios produced feature films for the northern masses. Funny Up North tells the story of the Mancunian Studios, its eccentric owner John E Blakeley and its cavalcade of stars including such household names as Arthur Askey, Jimmy Jewell, George Formby and the legendary Frank Randle. Hosted by Professor Chris Lee, the authority on northern cinema, Funny Up North takes you on a journey from its humble beginnings to its sad demise in the 1960s.
Cast
C.P. Lee
as Himself
Tony Wilson
as Himself
Frank Randle
as Himself
George Formby
as Himself
Norman Evans
as Himself
Arthur Askey
as Himself
Jimmy Jewel
as Himself
Jimmy James
as Himself
Betty Driver
as Herself
Harry Korris
as Himself
Tessie O'Shea
as Herself
Mike Blakely
as Himself
Arthur Mertz
as Himself
Wyn Mertz
as Herself
Douglas Wakefield
as Himself
Patricia Phoenix
as Herself
Jimmy Clitheroe
as Himself
Eli Woods
as Himself
John E. Blakeley
as Himself
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About Funny Up North
“The History Of Northern Comedy”
Documentary featuring a cavalcade of Northern comedy stars including the great Frank Randle, George Formby, Arthur Askey, Norman Evans and many more. The North of England has always enjoyed its own very particular brand of comedy, best seen today in Coronation Street. 80 years ago however Mancunian Studios produced feature films for the northern masses. Funny Up North tells the story of the Mancunian Studios, its eccentric owner John E Blakeley and its cavalcade of stars including such household names as Arthur Askey, Jimmy Jewell, George Formby and the legendary Frank Randle. Hosted by Professor Chris Lee, the authority on northern cinema, Funny Up North takes you on a journey from its humble beginnings to its sad demise in the 1960s. Running 74 minutes.
Funny Up North Cast and Characters
The cast features C.P. Lee (as Himself), Tony Wilson (as Himself), Frank Randle (as Himself), George Formby (as Himself), and Norman Evans (as Himself). Their performances are a major reason Funny Up North has built such a passionate audience.
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Funny Up North flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Funny Up North?
Funny Up North runs for 74 minutes (about 1.2 hour).
Is Funny Up North good? What's the rating?
Funny Up North holds a 6.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Funny Up North?
The main cast includes C.P. Lee, Tony Wilson, Frank Randle, and George Formby, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Funny Up North available in English?
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When was Funny Up North released?
Funny Up North was released in 2011.
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What is Funny Up North about?
Funny Up North is a Comedy/Documentary English-language film. Documentary featuring a cavalcade of Northern comedy stars including the great Frank Randle, George Formby, Arthur Askey, Norman Evans and many more. The North of England has always enjoyed its own very particular brand of comedy, best seen today in Coronation Street. 80 years ago however Mancunian Studios produced feature films for the northern masses. Funny Up North tells the story of the Mancunian Studios, its eccentric owner John E Blakeley and its cavalcade of stars including such household names as Arthur Askey, Jimmy Jewell, George Formby and the legendary Frank Randle. Hosted by Professor Chris Lee, the authority on northern cinema, Funny Up North takes you on a journey from its humble beginnings to its sad demise in the 1960s.
When was Funny Up North released?
Funny Up North was released on July 23, 2011. It has a runtime of 1h 14m.
Who stars in Funny Up North?
Funny Up North stars C.P. Lee, Tony Wilson, Frank Randle and George Formby. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Funny Up North available in HD?
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