Up Pompeii! is a British television comedy series broadcast between 1969 and 1970, starring Frankie Howerd. The first series was written by Talbot Rothwell, a scriptwriter for the Carry On films, and the second series by Rothwell and Sid Colin. Two further specials were transmitted in 1975 and 1991.
In ancient Pompeii, much-put-upon slave Lurcio navigates the chaotic lives of his owner's family
Created By | Talbot Rothwell | |
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Status | Ended | |
Original Name | Up Pompeii! | |
First Air Date | September 17, 1969 | |
Last Air Date | October 19, 1970 | |
Seasons | 2 | |
Episodes | 14 | |
Episode Runtime | 30min | |
Language | English | |
Original Language | English | |
Production Countries | United Kingdom | |
Production Companies | BBC | |
Networks | ITV1 |