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The Wonderful World of...

Television (Full Length) – 1975

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In 1976 Fred Dagg and his creator John Clarke became world famous in New Zealand and took away Entertainer of the Year. The previous year Clarke featured in this TV pilot, for a series which never happened. It mixes Dagg and other skits. Clarke's wit shines throughout — especially in an interview with David Sorenson, "the fastest poet in New Zealand" (Clarke) by Ross Jolly (Gliding On), which showcases Clarke's love of poetry and sports jargon. Jolly also plays a rabid interviewer inspired by star journalist Brian Edwards. Prime Minister Bill Rowling is a special guest in the final sketch, chatting to Dagg during a roadside assist.

...sit down, I'll make you a cup of beer at half-time.
– Fred Dagg (John Clarke) invites the audience in to watch the show

Key Cast & Crew

Judith Fyfe

As: Chichi Fawkner

John Clarke

Writer, As: Fred Dagg, David Sorenson, Dennis Racket, little boy & mother, various roles

Stuart Devenie

Writer, As: Abused audience member

Ross Jolly

Writer, As: Kel Isthennix, Brian Edwards, various roles

Tony Hiles

Producer, Writer

Tina Carline

As: Cabaret performer

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Produced by

Television One (TV One)

Source

Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision - TVNZ Collection

Music

Closing credits song 'God Defend New Zealand' composed by John Joseph Woods, and performed by Fred Dagg and the Trevors

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Categories

Comedy

More Information

RNZ Mediawatch obituary for John Clarke, April 2017