Tony Hancock Appreciation Society

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[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Kenneth (Doctor) : Alright then, the first thing is to weigh you. Have you got a penny?

Tony: A doctor’s office shouldn’t have scales like that. You should have one with weights

Kenneth: Well, if you’d rather, we can soon pop down to the greengrocers, he won’t mind!

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Sid? Murder me? Absurd! What are the facts? Sid has set his heart on a fish and chip shop. He's asked me if I will lend him the money. I have refused and he's reading about perfect murders. Do you really think that is enough evidence? Well it's good enough for me mate, I'm off?

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Miss Pugh: Well, well, look who it is, the oldest Teddy Boy in Cheam! I do believe your clothes get more repulsive every time I see you

Sid: Do you mind, let us in, there's a wind out here

Miss Pugh: Well it couldn't get up those trouser legs!

#TheNewRadioSeries

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Bill: It's been warm hasn't it

Tony: Oh yes, very warm, I should say so, yes. By jove, yes it's been warm alright. My word, yes indeedy, yes, yes

Bill: I expect you'd notice it, laying there

Tony: I have, I have, my goodness me I have, yes indeed, very warm its been!

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Kenneth (AA man): I got the cup last year

Tony: Well done!

Kenneth: Well, I mean, it speaks for itself, dunnit. 534 breakdowns in two weeks

Tony: What, all on cars?

Kenneth: No, me motorbike!

#TheJewelRobbery

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Tony: No grub, no visitors, nothing to listen to, and my leg up. Oh well, that’s the way it goes. Oh dear, my leg itches. I’d give anything for a good scratch. It’s this plaster. It does irritate when it’s hot. I’d give my plate of mince tonight for a pencil to stick down it!

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

We are thrilled to be returning to @RiversideLondon for another Hancock triple bill plus Q&A on Saturday 27 June at 2pm. We'll introduce Succession Son and Heir from 1961, The Night Out from ATV in 1963, and The Emigrant from 1960. Join us for a great afternoon! Link in replies

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Hullo, those blue tits have been at my milk bottle again. Me gold top, pecked to ribbons it is. Must have beaks like pneumatic drills, some of 'em. I will not have great feathered heads stuck in my milk bottles guzzling the cream!

#FridayNightWasHancockNight

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Remembering comedy legend Tony Hancock, born #OTD 12 May 1924. With writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson, Hancock's Half Hour changed British comedy and influenced all the best sitcoms since. Even now, mention Magna Carta and we are transported back to a TV courtroom 66 years ago!

[Elton Maryon @EltonMaryon]

Terrific, really enjoyable #TonyHancock Appreciation Society event at The George Inn, Borough High Street, yesterday. Screenings of rare material of the lad & a Fascinating Q&A with special guest Richard Harrison @RHarrisonMedia who discovered two previously lost HHH episodes.

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Tony (lawyer) : Why did he lead eight blushing brides to the alter? The evidence is unshakable: he wanted to get his hands on their premium bonds!

Our latest Very Nearly An Armful podcast reviews The Lawyer: The Crown vs James S. Available now on all the usual platforms!

[Sid's Place @sidjamesplace]

There is now an official page for Sid James both here on X and on Facebook. What's more they are run with much love by Sid's family. Be sure to give @SidJamesActor a follow.

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Radio: Here are the results of the East Cheam by-election: Arnold Biggs 29,348; Sir Worthington Grapes 28,903; Anthony Hancock 1

Tony: I demand a recount! This is ridiculous

Miss Pugh: Well at least you got one

Tony: That was me!

#LocalElections

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Kenneth: I understand you are a man who, for a reasonable price, is prepared to accept certain, er, jobs with no questions asked

Sid: Oh no, not me, I do ask questions. I'm going to ask one now. How much are you paying?

Kenneth: £20,000

Sid: A very good answer, I'll do it!

[Julian Dutton @JulianDutton1]

'Spud Grinder?! What does that mean? Speak the Queen's English, Sidney! If you mean cake hole, say so!'

Join the @TonyHancockAS Appreciation Society now for a feast of all things Hancockian.

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

We are thrilled to be returning to @RiversideLondon for another Hancock triple bill plus Q&A on Saturday 27 June at 2pm. We'll introduce Succession Son and Heir from 1961, The Night Out from ATV in 1963, and The Emigrant from 1960. Join us for a great afternoon! Link in replies

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Sid: This little bit of rubbish shouldn't take very long, then with a bit of luck we'll all get some kip.......

Remembering Sid James whom we lost 50 years ago #OTD 26 April 1976. This clip from his brilliant performance in the episode of Hancock's Half Hour, The Missing Page

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

When Hancock loses his clothes he resorts to wearing a barrel! The latest Very Nearly An Armful podcast is now avaiable in which we review the brilliant episode of Hancock's Half Hour, The Idol. Podcast on all the usual platforms, HHH episode on @BBCSounds

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Tony: You've overstepped yourself, sir, I shall be forced to ask you to step outside and give me satisfaction!

#TheLift
#Masterclass
#FridayNightWasHancockNight

[Tony Hancock @East_Cheam_Lad]

Remembering Hugh Lloyd, born #OTD 22 April 1923. Becoming great friends with Hancock after they entertained troops in the Mediterranean, he appeared in The Rebel, The Punch and Judy Man, and in 25 TV episodes of Hancock/Hancock's Half Hour, including as a wine gums thief!