Morecambe & Wise in America(2018)

Morecambe & Wise in America is a three-part documentary series hosted by Jonathan Ross that chronicles Eric and Ernie's ambitious bid to conquer American television. Throughout the 1960s, the legendary British comedy duo made repeated journeys to New York, pursuing appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show, one of the USA's most prestigious variety programmes. The series unearths the previously untold story of their transatlantic struggle for stardom, featuring rare archival footage never before broadcast in Britain. It's a fascinating look at how two of comedy's greatest performers navigated the challenges of breaking into American show business during an era when few British entertainers achieved mainstream US success. The documentary reveals both the triumphs and setbacks of their determined campaign to win over American audiences.