Rowan Atkinson is awesome.. The Black Adder series is gold.. He is the master of facial expressions,, And his ability to be totally deadpan serious while everyone else is losing it is great..
One of the all time great comic relief sketches when they used to have some really high quality stuff Oops it wasn't comic relief actually, mixing sketches up
@@dr.zoidberg4313 he mocks various nationalities, religions and people from different walks of life. It's certainly not particularly offensive (Though I'm sure someone somewhere will go out of their way to be offended) but I'm not sure how it fits the PC category. RA isn't exactly a fan of it.
Just LOVED your reaction! Laughing is soooo infectious! I saw Rowan Atkinson live two or three times in the 80s and people were literally rolling on the floor in the aisles of the theatre. Brilliant!
IMHO his original school teacher doing the register, in which _nearly_ all of the names he calls are real surnames that just have a slight hint of rudeness on account of his delivery, is superior.
100% agree... this seems like a dumbed-down version. The original was so much cleverer. For example Myprick was Mycock... Which is a fairly common surname in the UK
Agreed. This version WAS actually a dumbed down version for an American audience as they thought the original would be too subtle! Link to original : ruclips.net/video/FiWJWLCoH2M/видео.html
Yes, yes I do. However, for some reason the algorithm gods are displeased with me, and anything I post that begins with an "h" followed by a couple of "t"s and then a letter "p" immediately vanishes down the memory hole.
The way British comedians can present this type of humour with such deadpan skill is brilliant. They must practice the routines so often they can become desensitised to the need to laugh at themselves.
Rowan Atkinson is legendary, he's an absolute master of deliberate over-pronounciation, and combined with his ability to make a joke just with his facial expressions, makes for a very silly but totally inoffensive brand of comedy. I think this sketch came from an ensemble sketch show called Not The Nine O'Clock News which was one of the foundations of British sketch show comedy. Loving your genuine reactions to these comedies, Fred Dibnah, The Group B rally etc and I really appreciate the fact that you're not trying to be some sort of "RUclips personality" with that big, fake, over-the-top demeanour that seems to be popular these days. Keep up the excellent work Mr Beard 👍
In a strange way, the play with words reminds me both of Stephen Fry and the late Christopher Hitchens - the way they play with words is bloody brilliance.
love that sketch Rowan Atkinson Live - The devil Toby welcomes you to hell is just as good if not better also if you have the chance look up a britsh show called "mind your language" the opening episode of season one gets me going all the time if you like the word play humour
This sketch was mostly likely inspired by some of the Joyce Grenfell monologues from the 50s such as this one: ruclips.net/video/ZXhHFgDRNBQ/видео.html Joyce also played a gormless policewoman in the original St. Trinians films of the 50s. If you're not familiar with these they are from the Golden Age of Ealing comedies which are well worth checking out. They are still often shown on UK TV, especially around Christmas time. Rowan's Devil monologue is even funnier IMO: ruclips.net/video/Ut116mBuPpg/видео.html Another good one is Rowan as a Headmaster in a teacher/parent meeting: ruclips.net/video/ppVpdsClN80/видео.html You should also check out Not The Nine O'clock News which kickstarted Rowan's career along with Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson (Billy Connelly's wife). Two fantastic sketches which both include Rowan are: "Constable Savage": ruclips.net/video/teSPN8sVbFU/видео.html and Gerald the Goriila. Unfortunately for some reason this sketch had been removed from RUclips last time I checked although it may be in one of the full episodes.
When they broadcast this sketch on TV in New Zealand, first they put up a warning that it WOULD contain offensive language (and it does) but then they bleeped out the words, killed it completely!
Honestly, I think his delivery is what makes this so funny. He just so effortlessly channels the spirit of a jaded, bored veteran school teacher, with the bored expression on his face and the deadpan voice, it makes it amazing.
Roman Atkinson, simply brilliant, so many great sketches, Fatal Beating is amazing, although my favourite has always been the father of the bride & Senator Brea
I grew up in the U.K. so all humor was a big part it, watching your reactions jjust hi-light's it brilliantly I am only a recent fan but l9ve your work thank you
Loving your comedy reactions man. Billy Connolly's 'Incontinence pants' is one you really have to do. I remember watching it when it was first broadcast many years ago and I was crying so hard with laughter I thought I'd burst. All the best, Chas :0)
If you like this then try some Derek and Clive (Peter Cook and Dudley Moore). At the Races is similar to this. The Song 'Jump' and a sketch called 'Nurse' (turn the volume up). Have fun.
Living in England I've seen all of these clips of shows but your infectious laughter make them even better! I think there is a great divide in our two countries senses of humour!
If you haven't already, you should look at the end of Blackadder, Goodbyeee, the series based on ww1. The final few minutes are both funny and incredibly poignant. One of Rowan Atkinsons best roles.
Alan, a little known fact about Rowan Atkinson is that he has always been a stutterer throughout his entire life. That's why he always enunciates all of his words so precisely during all of his onscreen appearances. Add to this the fact that he has an IQ of 178 which classifies him as being a super-genius then you can see why he puts his intelligence to good use and is so successful in all of his rôles, can't you?
I never knew that, I guess it makes sense given the way speech therapy was often undertaken years ago, I always just thought he over-pronounced words as part of his shtick because seeing him in interviews and what not, he never seems to do it, but I guess that's just a product of time and eventually getting over his stutter.
this is the best kind of comedy IMO...and what i really love is people think we Brits don't have this or don't do this...oh you are very wrong if you think that i can tell you...we LOVE vulgar dirty humour...in the right time and in the right place we just love to sit and enjoy this sort of thing.
My uncle used to be part of his Aston Martin pit crew. He's a huge petrol head and apparently he's an awesome bloke in person in his down time not just for fans.
What makes this is the deadpan delivery. In the stage version of The Dead Parrot Sketch, john Cleese is always trying to make Michael Palin laugh (corpse). Michael has been on the verge several times. Here we see the ultimate deadpan delivery, it's as if the audience isn't there, total control, by a master.
I have known this sketch for ages, now, and I still have a hard time trying to keep a poker face, this time I couldn't help it. Man, you brought tears to my eyes with your infectious laugh. Got my belly in pain for laughing so much. 🤣 Really love this reaction. Keep them coming, please. We need more humour in our lives, more than ever.
The sublime brilliance of making an entire skit which is about puerile humour while actually having the comedian call out the use of that type of humour a juvenile. Transcendent is the only word.
He can say any word and make it sound funny n rude 😂 Rowan Atkinson and the gang are in my opinion is the most hilarious people alive... Blackadder - enough said 😂🤣😂
The wordplay is awesome, but what takes it over the top is the so-serious performance of Rowan. He really pulls off that stone-faced school professor, which really sets the schoolroom context, and things are *always* funnier when you're in a place that you're not supposed to laugh. If you haven't reacted to Rowan's "Fatal Beatings" it's another absolute classic.
Many people do not know that Rowan Atkinson has a speech impediement; he has a stammer, which makes the fact that he does live comedy acts and monologues all the more remarkable. Many people with stammers find public speaking very difficult
Definitely one of the funniest, cleverest, wittiest comedians of my lifetime. Blackadder with Hugh Laurie playing Prince George opposite him is one of my favourite ever comedies. Those two were hilarious together. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Rowan Atkinson once did a gig where he just pulled funny faces for 7 minutes and had the audience rolling around laughing. The next guy in the line-up was standing just off stage thinking, 'how am I supposed to follow that?'
Never seen this before so funny, loved Rowan Atkinson in Black Adder. Not sure trying to eat lunch at the same time was such a good idea 🤣🤣 too busy laughing.
I saw him do this same routine in a small Hampstead theatre 1978, using a completely different set of non-smutty names. It still absolutely brought the house. People were rolling around laughing, including John Cleese who was sitting behind me. Brilliant.
He's great at deadpan.even tho I've lovd Rowen since I was a kid I've still not seen alot of his early stand-up stuff.he did sum great work early in his career on the sketch show 'Not the Nine O'Clock News'.worth checkin out the sketch with the tame gorilla interveiw "Wild? I was LIVID!"
I've never seen this before. Love it. I'm sure I've seen a similar one where he reads actual names but still delivers it hilariously. Love the channel. Peace & love to you & your fam, from UK. 🏴
Has anyone told you of a short film called 'The Plank'? It was almost, but not quite, entirely silent. So many British icons of stage and screen in it. All put together by the great Eric Sykes.
It was about 2am here when you came on last night, I'm usually up late. i often watch gamer streams late on so was a bonus to see you on. I should get notifications from both you and Rod for next time.
It's so funny because it's genius. Cue Rowan Atkinson. So nice seeing an American appreciating the things we've loved and love over here. Very humble. Well done fella keep up the great videos. Subscribed :)
Rowan Atkinson is awesome.. The Black Adder series is gold.. He is the master of facial expressions,, And his ability to be totally deadpan serious while everyone else is losing it is great..
I second that!
Bob!
Wibble
@@RobReacts1 very well.....Bob.
Well baldrick you want to marry a turnip?
Rowan really is a genius comedian. Whether it's physical, silent comedy or word play. His timing is excellent.
It's not just the fact that he is comedic genius, but the fact that he can do skits like this with a completely straight face!!!
@@timothyhartwell2849 He did an interview a while back and he said he has no issues with keeping a straight face. No idea how when he is that good!
If you haven't seen him play the devil where he's assigning people to hell, you're missing a real treat!
One of the all time great comic relief sketches when they used to have some really high quality stuff
Oops it wasn't comic relief actually, mixing sketches up
Politically correct tripe in my opinion. Not his best work.
@@dr.zoidberg4313 he mocks various nationalities, religions and people from different walks of life. It's certainly not particularly offensive (Though I'm sure someone somewhere will go out of their way to be offended) but I'm not sure how it fits the PC category. RA isn't exactly a fan of it.
@@mixerfistit5522 RUclips removed my thoughtful response. So I guess that's that.
@@davehoward22 Yes, cliché, hackneyed. Call it what you will.
What makes this funnier is that Rowan's facial expression doe's not change.
The man is a genius.
doe’s ?
Mate I love how much you get British humour. Your laugh is infectious as frack.
The American Guy doing the presentation has an infectious laugh which makes it even funnier
Yeah he wears Tenna pants these days because of the leakage due to laughing so much.
Love his laugh
It's Rowan Atkinson's delivery that makes this whole skit...... The fact that he can keep a straight face during the delivery is sheer genius.....
I know teachers who are like that, stern when just getting the part of the job done, not wanting any funny business, even if it happens
Nice to see you appreciate British humour. It goes over the head of most Americans
What makes it so funny is Rowan playing it dead straight! He doesn’t flinch. Great reaction 👍🏻
Not the nine o'clock news 😀😀
It appeals to the 9 year old in us all , when rude names etc is totally hysterical! X
Just LOVED your reaction! Laughing is soooo infectious! I saw Rowan Atkinson live two or three times in the 80s and people were literally rolling on the floor in the aisles of the theatre. Brilliant!
IMHO his original school teacher doing the register, in which _nearly_ all of the names he calls are real surnames that just have a slight hint of rudeness on account of his delivery, is superior.
do you have a link to that?
100% agree... this seems like a dumbed-down version. The original was so much cleverer. For example Myprick was Mycock... Which is a fairly common surname in the UK
Agreed. This version WAS actually a dumbed down version for an American audience as they thought the original would be too subtle!
Link to original :
ruclips.net/video/FiWJWLCoH2M/видео.html
"Plectrum?"
"Orifice?"
"Nibble?"
"NIBBLE! LEAVE ORIFICE ALONE"!
😂😁
Yes, yes I do. However, for some reason the algorithm gods are displeased with me, and anything I post that begins with an "h" followed by a couple of "t"s and then a letter "p" immediately vanishes down the memory hole.
The way British comedians can present this type of humour with such deadpan skill is brilliant. They must practice the routines so often they can become desensitised to the need to laugh at themselves.
Omg no matter how many times I see this it still has me in tears of laughter you must react to the whole show that this part is in
Rowan Atkinson is legendary, he's an absolute master of deliberate over-pronounciation, and combined with his ability to make a joke just with his facial expressions, makes for a very silly but totally inoffensive brand of comedy.
I think this sketch came from an ensemble sketch show called Not The Nine O'Clock News which was one of the foundations of British sketch show comedy.
Loving your genuine reactions to these comedies, Fred Dibnah, The Group B rally etc and I really appreciate the fact that you're not trying to be some sort of "RUclips personality" with that big, fake, over-the-top demeanour that seems to be popular these days.
Keep up the excellent work Mr Beard 👍
Well said
This is Rowan doing what he does best.
His deadpan delivery, and timing, are just perfect.
His Toby the Devil monologue is a riot!
That needs to be seen and is epic. The original one.
Agreed!!!
yep classic, and "jesus" one
In a strange way, the play with words reminds me both of Stephen Fry and the late Christopher Hitchens - the way they play with words is bloody brilliance.
Don’t forget Hugh Laurie
love that sketch Rowan Atkinson Live - The devil Toby welcomes you to hell is just as good if not better also if you have the chance look up a britsh show called "mind your language" the opening episode of season one gets me going all the time if you like the word play humour
Loved your reaction, EB, there's another one Rowan does, where he's a long suffering waiter in an Indian restaurant, dealing with drunken Brits!!
That'd be ruclips.net/video/x4LHLM4WIw0/видео.html I think.
This sketch was mostly likely inspired by some of the Joyce Grenfell monologues from the 50s such as this one:
ruclips.net/video/ZXhHFgDRNBQ/видео.html
Joyce also played a gormless policewoman in the original St. Trinians films of the 50s. If you're not familiar with these they are from the Golden Age of Ealing comedies which are well worth checking out. They are still often shown on UK TV, especially around Christmas time.
Rowan's Devil monologue is even funnier IMO:
ruclips.net/video/Ut116mBuPpg/видео.html
Another good one is Rowan as a Headmaster in a teacher/parent meeting:
ruclips.net/video/ppVpdsClN80/видео.html
You should also check out Not The Nine O'clock News which kickstarted Rowan's career along with Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson (Billy Connelly's wife). Two fantastic sketches which both include Rowan are:
"Constable Savage": ruclips.net/video/teSPN8sVbFU/видео.html
and Gerald the Goriila. Unfortunately for some reason this sketch had been removed from RUclips last time I checked although it may be in one of the full episodes.
Bloody good call - chapeau
All great recommendations
I would agree that the Joyce Grenfell monologues are truly superb
Excellent.
That whole program is pure gold. Amazing Jesus, Headmaster Kills Student, Tom Dick & Harry...just the best.
When they broadcast this sketch on TV in New Zealand, first they put up a warning that it WOULD contain offensive language (and it does) but then they bleeped out the words, killed it completely!
Honestly, I think his delivery is what makes this so funny. He just so effortlessly channels the spirit of a jaded, bored veteran school teacher, with the bored expression on his face and the deadpan voice, it makes it amazing.
You will never go wrong with rowan.... His live stuff is incredible....
Roman Atkinson, simply brilliant, so many great sketches, Fatal Beating is amazing, although my favourite has always been the father of the bride & Senator Brea
I grew up in the U.K. so all humor was a big part it, watching your reactions jjust hi-light's it brilliantly I am only a recent fan but l9ve your work thank you
Loving your comedy reactions man. Billy Connolly's 'Incontinence pants' is one you really have to do. I remember watching it when it was first broadcast many years ago and I was crying so hard with laughter I thought I'd burst. All the best, Chas :0)
Rowan akinson and the welcome to hell skit is pure gold
If you like this then try some Derek and Clive (Peter Cook and Dudley Moore). At the Races is similar to this. The Song 'Jump' and a sketch called 'Nurse' (turn the volume up). Have fun.
Rowan’s one man shows are stuff of legend
I really don't know how Rowan managed to keep such a straight face through this
Living in England I've seen all of these clips of shows but your infectious laughter make them even better! I think there is a great divide in our two countries senses of humour!
If you haven't already, you should look at the end of Blackadder, Goodbyeee, the series based on ww1. The final few minutes are both funny and incredibly poignant. One of Rowan Atkinsons best roles.
If you can watch that ending without crying you need to take a long hard look at yourself.. It’s such a gut punch after the humour that preceded it….
Love the original sketch but i also really like this American guy. There is something infectious about his laugh.
Alan, a little known fact about Rowan Atkinson is that he has always been a stutterer throughout his entire life. That's why he always enunciates all of his words so precisely during all of his onscreen appearances. Add to this the fact that he has an IQ of 178 which classifies him as being a super-genius then you can see why he puts his intelligence to good use and is so successful in all of his rôles, can't you?
I never knew that, I guess it makes sense given the way speech therapy was often undertaken years ago, I always just thought he over-pronounced words as part of his shtick because seeing him in interviews and what not, he never seems to do it, but I guess that's just a product of time and eventually getting over his stutter.
Indeed. You can spot it when, just before he uses a word begining with 'B', he always pauses for half a second. e.g. Bob.
Rowan Atkinson is a genius in General not just comedy one of the smartest guys on earth
One thing that makes it funny is his deadpan delivery, I think this is from the
' Secret Policeman's Ball.
There’s an earlier 1970’s version of this sketch (Put it away, Plectrum!) which is from TSPB.
this is the best kind of comedy IMO...and what i really love is people think we Brits don't have this or don't do this...oh you are very wrong if you think that i can tell you...we LOVE vulgar dirty humour...in the right time and in the right place we just love to sit and enjoy this sort of thing.
My uncle used to be part of his Aston Martin pit crew. He's a huge petrol head and apparently he's an awesome bloke in person in his down time not just for fans.
And we finally move into the amazing god like work of Rowan Atkinson. So much amazing shows from Blackadder to Johnny English
You, my friend have a seriously infectious laugh 😆
Your infectious laughs make the jokes even funnier. Great reaction brother.
Rowan Atkinson is a comedy genius ... always loved him . X
This sketch is absolutely brilliant. Rowan Atkinson's performance is flawless. I recommend you check out his "Fatal Beatings" sketch as well.
Dead pan, great timing, simple humour - Rowan Atkinson is a master of the art.
What makes this is the deadpan delivery.
In the stage version of The Dead Parrot Sketch, john Cleese is always trying to make Michael Palin laugh (corpse). Michael has been on the verge several times.
Here we see the ultimate deadpan delivery, it's as if the audience isn't there, total control, by a master.
Good to have You back ,Good News with your Mum's health issues
God bless from UK , You have Millions of Fans
I have known this sketch for ages, now, and I still have a hard time trying to keep a poker face, this time I couldn't help it. Man, you brought tears to my eyes with your infectious laugh. Got my belly in pain for laughing so much. 🤣
Really love this reaction. Keep them coming, please. We need more humour in our lives, more than ever.
love you its great to see an American with a sense of hummer
The sublime brilliance of making an entire skit which is about puerile humour while actually having the comedian call out the use of that type of humour a juvenile. Transcendent is the only word.
He can say any word and make it sound funny n rude 😂 Rowan Atkinson and the gang are in my opinion is the most hilarious people alive... Blackadder - enough said 😂🤣😂
Thanks , keep giving out joy , and helping others know about our great brittish comedians . Your laugh is contagious, a good contagious.
The wordplay is awesome, but what takes it over the top is the so-serious performance of Rowan. He really pulls off that stone-faced school professor, which really sets the schoolroom context, and things are *always* funnier when you're in a place that you're not supposed to laugh. If you haven't reacted to Rowan's "Fatal Beatings" it's another absolute classic.
Lmfao brilliant 😂😂😂 classic 👏 🤣 love this one
Rowan Atkinson is a comedy genius and we UK people adore him
Best job on planet? Being reactor to the world's funniest comedian's, not just enjoying it this guy is skilled!
I subbed because of that laugh. Greetings from Finland. :)
The 3 Yorkshire men with Alan Rickman in it is brilliant
Such a great guy with genuine love on things. I wish i could meet you. Your laugh is infectious. Peace and love from Scotland
you should look up his earlier stuff in Not the 9 O'clock News.
yep Gerald the Gorilla with Mel Smith is great as is "I like Trucking"
A master of Comedic Timing, physical and mentally. Always on point.
Many people do not know that Rowan Atkinson has a speech impediement; he has a stammer, which makes the fact that he does live comedy acts and monologues all the more remarkable. Many people with stammers find public speaking very difficult
Dunno what made me laugh the most, Rowan or your reaction, thanks for being who you are!
The Indian waiter, Welcome to Hell, the invisible drumkit, are all excellent, as are Tom, Dick and Harry and Fatal Beatings. You have quite a choice!
The best...with a straight face..
Definitely one of the funniest, cleverest, wittiest comedians of my lifetime. Blackadder with Hugh Laurie playing Prince George opposite him is one of my favourite ever comedies. Those two were hilarious together. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Rowan Atkinson once did a gig where he just pulled funny faces for 7 minutes and had the audience rolling around laughing. The next guy in the line-up was standing just off stage thinking, 'how am I supposed to follow that?'
Only just seen this video where you mention the Black Ops Live Stream. AAA_Keen here and was a blast playing with you guys. :)
Rowan Atkinson's delivery is genius.
Never seen this before so funny, loved Rowan Atkinson in Black Adder. Not sure trying to eat lunch at the same time was such a good idea 🤣🤣 too busy laughing.
What’s always amazed me about Atkinson is that no one would ever give him a shot said he was crap had no chance etc…now look at him - one of the best
Great actor as Mr.Bean and Jonny English in films and programmes love him 🤣❤
You can always tell real good humor and comedians, they don't have use profanities to make you laugh. That's why I like these uploads.
blackadder is genius and the last ever episode is HUGELY powerful too!
One of the great things about this is Rowan Atkinson's delivery which is quite unique. Try the sketch where he is welcoming people into hell.
I'm laughing at the American guy laughing.!! Priceless 🇬🇧😆
I always loved this routine. I saw Rowan perform this live at the Birmingham Hippodrome in 1986. I was about 14 years old. Perfect for that age lol.
Developed toothache this weekend, but also discovered these videos at the same time. So the contagious laugh is helping to forget about it.
I saw him do this same routine in a small Hampstead theatre 1978, using a completely different set of non-smutty names. It still absolutely brought the house. People were rolling around laughing, including John Cleese who was sitting behind me. Brilliant.
I think l saw the same performance, "Fingers! Leave orifice alone!!"
It's his delivery that makes him so good, it's not about what you're talking about it's about talking about literally anything but making it funny
He's great at deadpan.even tho I've lovd Rowen since I was a kid I've still not seen alot of his early stand-up stuff.he did sum great work early in his career on the sketch show 'Not the Nine O'Clock News'.worth checkin out the sketch with the tame gorilla interveiw "Wild? I was LIVID!"
You would love the two Ronnie's, especially the four candles sketch and later the frozen blackberry sketch
ruclips.net/video/b0rnDzrKON8/видео.html
The whole show is available on RUclips, and I highly recommend watching the whole thing.
This is from an entire special and it's amazing all the way through.
I've never seen this before. Love it.
I'm sure I've seen a similar one where he reads actual names but still delivers it hilariously.
Love the channel. Peace & love to you & your fam, from UK. 🏴
Has anyone told you of a short film called 'The Plank'?
It was almost, but not quite, entirely silent. So many British icons of stage and screen in it. All put together by the great Eric Sykes.
Here it is.
ruclips.net/video/_1YAG6A833o/видео.html
It was about 2am here when you came on last night, I'm usually up late. i often watch gamer streams late on so was a bonus to see you on. I should get notifications from both you and Rod for next time.
Not only is rowan Atkinson a comic genius, but he's also a brilliant actor in his own right. He's brilliant as the French detective mirot
It's so funny because it's genius. Cue Rowan Atkinson. So nice seeing an American appreciating the things we've loved and love over here. Very humble. Well done fella keep up the great videos. Subscribed :)
You need to check out Rowan Atkinson , Headmaster kills a pupil
This was written by Richard Curtis who went on to write Four Weddings, Notting Hill and Love Actually (to name a few).
Absolutely hilarious I haven’t seen this for a long time as you said he’s a genius brilliant from Denise in England 🏴💕😂😂👍👏👏👏👏👍👋
You should definitely do his welcome to hell skit
High school humor done by one of the great Masters of comedy. If you think this is good, then Blackadder is a MUST watch.
Your laughter made me cry laughing this morning and was needed-thankyou ❤
One of the best if not thee best in British comedy,. Absolute legend!
Your laugh is infectious. Mr Atkinson is the King of Comedy
Lee Evans Trio is a spin off of Rowan Atkinsons famous Sketch but its hilarious and worth a reaction
Much love for Rowan