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Darcey Barrett

Gen Z watches Fawlty Towers for the first time but doesn't understand why it's supposed to be funny

Basil Fawlty Fawlty Towers John Cleese Manuel

Comedy is one of those genres of television that most, if not all people can get into and enjoy. But over the years comedy has adapted and grown with the times, from the classic slapstick to the now popular standup, people still love to watch entertainment designed to make them laugh.

One of the big British comedy sitcoms back in the 70s was Fawlty Towers. A comedy set in a fictional hotel in Torquay, run by husband and wife duo Basil and Sybil Fawlty alongside their other staff members Polly and Manuel. Weston actor John Cleese starred as Basil in the show but was also the brains behind the idea, taking his inspiration from personal experience.

Now after 44 years, Fawlty Towers is getting a revival and fans will be pleased to know that Cleese will be returning to his role as Basil Fawlty alongside his daughter Camilla.

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