The Big Bottom Box
Collected live shows based on the popular TV series written by and starring Rik Mayall and Ade Edmondson, bundled with the feature length film. Mayall & Edmondson play Richard Richard and Eddie Hitler - a perpetually optimistic dimwit, and a cheerfully violent dipsomaniac, respectively. The two cohabit a grim world of constant fighting and haplessness but appear blissfully unaware that they are in any way abnormal and instead choose to believe the rest of the world is inhabited by thick losers. Titles included: 'Bottom Live - The Stage Show' (1993), 'Bottom - The Big Number 2 Tour' (1995), 'Bottom 3 - Hooligan's Island' (1997), 'Bottom Live 2001 - An Arse Oddity' (2001), 'Bottom Live 2003 - Weapons Grade Y-Fronts Tour' (2003), and the feature film 'Guest House Paradiso'(1999).
The Big Bottom Box Movies: Timeline & Franchise Overview
The The Big Bottom Box franchise spans roughly 10 years, featuring 5 interconnected films that build a shared narrative universe.
From its earliest installment to the most recent release, the series has expanded its world-building while introducing new characters and story arcs. Notable entries such as Bottom Live: The Stage Show demonstrate the franchise’s ability to maintain audience interest over time.
Franchise Quality Benchmark
Across all entries, the series holds an average audience rating of 7.5. While many long-running franchises experience declining reception, this series continues to deliver memorable cinematic moments.
Viewing Order Strategy
Most viewers prefer watching the films in release order, which reflects how audiences originally experienced the evolving story.
However, a chronological viewing order can provide deeper insight into the timeline of events within the The Big Bottom Box universe.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the The Big Bottom Box franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Bottom Live: The Stage Show
Richie buys an inflatable doll named Monica as his lover, and he tries to conceal it from Eddie. But it all goes terribly wrong when Richie accidentally super g...
Bottom Live 2: The Big Number 2 Tour
Queen Elizabeth is attending a parade in Hammersmith and Richie and Eddie plans on inviting the Queen to join them for supper. But their plan goes wrong....
Bottom Live 3: Hooligan's Island
Filmed during their sell-out 1997 tour, Bottom Live 3: Hooligan's Island features Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson at their comedic finest. This time around Rich...
Bottom Live 2001: An Arse Oddity
Richie and Eddie escapes from the island and try to get to the bar to have a drink, only to find themselves trapped in a underground chamber and Richie thinks t...
Bottom Live 2003: Weapons Grade Y-Fronts Tour
Eddie has locked himself away in the toilet and Richie finds he's been inventing gadgets and only to find himself joining Eddie on a adventure through time and ...
Common Questions about The Big Bottom Box
How many movies are in the The Big Bottom Box?
There are currently 5 movies in the The Big Bottom Box, starting from Bottom Live: The Stage Show to the latest release, Bottom Live 2003: Weapons Grade Y-Fronts Tour.
What is the best order to watch the The Big Bottom Box?
The best way to watch the The Big Bottom Box is usually in release order: starting with Bottom Live: The Stage Show and ending with Bottom Live 2003: Weapons Grade Y-Fronts Tour. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Big Bottom Box?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Bottom Live: The Stage Show in this franchise.