Golden Gordon

30min

Comedy

Barnestoneworth United is the worst football team of 1935, who lose every match. Gordon Ottershaw is, however, their loyal fan, determined to prevent them from being disbanded after their final game. To this end he recruits the players from the renowned winning team of 1922 who turn up to defeat rivals Denley Moor.

Cast

Michael Palin

Michael Palin

Gordon Ottershaw
Gwen Taylor

Gwen Taylor

Mrs. Ottershaw
Teddy Turner

Teddy Turner

Chairman
David Leland

David Leland

Football Manager
John Cleese

John Cleese

Passerby
Charles McKeown

Charles McKeown

Goalkeeper

Release date

17th Oct 1979

Status

Released

Spoken languages

English