Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule Synopsis
Comedian Rik Mayall died suddenly on 9 June 2014. Mayall's blend of rocket-fuelled physical comedy, surrealism, subversive satire and pompous punk wit left a body of work that spanned four decades. Mayall's characters include the Black Country's investigative nerd Kevin Turvey, Felicity Kendal-adoring student and 'People's Poet' Rik in The Young Ones, ruthless MP Alan B'Stard in The New Statesman, seedy loser Richie in Bottom and larger-than-life characters Robin Hood and flying ace Lord Flashheart from Blackadder. Narrated by Simon Callow, this programme salutes Rik Mayall and celebrates his part in the UK's comedy history using rare and unseen archive footage. It also features contributions from people who knew or admired him, including Michael Palin, Simon Pegg, Lenny Henry, Ben Elton, Alexei Sayle, Christopher Ryan, Tim McInnerny, Jools Holland, Ruby Wax and Greg Davies.
Top Cast










Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule worth watching?
Yes, Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 7.5/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Documentary movies.
Is Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule hit or flop?
Based on audience ratings (7.5/10), Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule is considered a hit among viewers.
What genre is Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule?
Rik Mayall: Lord of Misrule is a Documentary movie that Comedian Rik Mayall died suddenly on 9 June 2014. Mayall's blend of rocket-fuelled physical comedy, surrealism, subversive satire and pompous punk wit...
You Might Also Like
Explore More
Critic Reviews
No reviews found for this filter.







