Dawson and Friends

Dawson and Friends

1977 · 1 season · 4 eps · ★ 7.0 · Comedy

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Four hour-long comedy specials with a variety of sketches, songs and stand-up routines.

Created by Les Dawson, Barry Cryer

Network: ITV1

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