Overview
In 1991, a new comedy hit British screens and, at first glance, it was just another sofa-based sitcom. Soon, it became clear Bottom was a masterpiece. Mixing cartoon-style slapstick, knob gags and Beckettian nihilism, it left an indelible mark on British comedy. Written by and starring comedy legends Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson as reprobates Richard Richard and Edward Hitler, their depraved universe unfolded over three chaotic BBC TV series, five explosive live shows and a formidable feature film. Celebrating the legacy of TV’s greatest losers Richie and Eddie, this book features thorough ‘Bottom Inspections’, ‘Bottom Nuggets’, unseen photos, draft script excerpts and interviews with cast and crew sure to reignite fans’ love for Rik and Ade’s unmatched talent for toilet humour. Crafted by the creators of the popular Talking Bottom podcast Paul Tanter, Angela Pearson and Mat Brooks, this is the ultimate guide to the outrageous and unforgettable sitcom that continues to delight and disgust audiences today.
Full Product Details
Author: Paul Tanter ,
Angela Pearson ,
Mat Brooks
Publisher: Wilton Square Books
Imprint: Wilton Square Books
Edition: 2nd New edition
ISBN: 9781806770366
ISBN 10: 1806770369
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 06 November 2025
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming
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Reviews
""Here it all is, written by the Bottom experts and dedicated fans, with contributions from some of those who were there. How Bottom came to be, the extremes it went to and where it stands in the grand history of the British TV sitcom. Much loved moments and top insights. All a Bottom fan could want!"" — Roger Sloman ""If you're a fan, you need this book. If you're not a fan, read it and you will be!"" — Grenville Horner, production designer ""Rik and Ade never cast me in Bottom because I was too wild and violent, the bastards. So I don’t want to have anything to do with this book."" — Nigel Planer ""Written by Bottom Maniacs (I made that term up) who really know what they are talking about and have penned that talking into this outstanding ‘cult guide’, and I thank them from the heart of my bottom."" — Ed Bye, from the Foreword
Author Information
Paul Tanter is a film/TV director and film journalist; Angela Pearson is a comedy publicist, writer and journalist; and Mat Brooks is an editor, director and comedian. Together, they created the Talking Bottom podcast and wrote this book about the world’s greatest sitcom. Talking Bottom regularly tops podcast charts and was named ‘podcast of the week’ by the Guardian and Metro. They’ll likely never stop talking complete and total Bottom.
