There are a lot of formats at work here but the recent sell-out West End shows of "Fawlty Towers: The Play" have demonstrated that audiences, particularly younger audiences, can live without creators of the original sitcom, John Cleese and Connie Booth, playing Basil and Polly. Now you can judge for yourself...
Here's how to watch "Fawlty Towers: The Play" online from anywhere with a VPN — and potentially for free.
"Fawlty Towers: The Play" airs on Friday, September 19 on U&Gold at 9.00 p.m. BST..
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The televised performance of the theatrical show is two hours long and combines three of the best-loved episodes from the much loved 1970s sitcom: Mrs Richards, The Germans and The Food Inspectors.
If that's not enough reason to tune in, the broadcast has been timed to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original show's debut on BBC television. For fans of the "Fawlty Towers", fight the impulse to get to the line before the actors.
Read on to find out how to watch "Fawlty Towers: The Play" online, on TV and from anywhere.
How to watch 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' for FREE in the U.K.
How to watch 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' from abroad
Thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network), "Fawlty Towers: The Play" should be available to Brits no matter where they are. The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you find yourself. Our favorite is NordVPN.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away from the U.K. and want to view a U.K. service, you'd select U.K. from the list.
3. Sit back and watch the show. Head to U&Gold to watch "Fawlty Towers: The Play" online and on-demand.
How to watch 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' around the world
Can I watch 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' in the United States?
Unfortunately, "Fawlty Towers: The Play" is not available to stream in the U.S. but if that changes you'll read about it here first.
However, if you are a Brit in the States for work or on vacation you can catch the show for free much earlier by using a VPN such as NordVPN, choosing U.K. from the list and selecting U&Gold via Sky/ Virgin Media/ Now.
Watch 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' online and on-demand in the U.K.
"Fawlty Towers: The Play" airs on Friday, September 19 at 9.00 p.m. BST. on U&Gold (via Sky/ Virgin Media/ Now).
More good news? You don't have to miss it even if you are a Brit exiled abroad because you can use a VPN to access your usual domestic streaming platform. We recommend NordVPN to do this.
Can I watch 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' online or on TV in Canada?
As with the U.S., "Fawlty Towers: The Play" is not available to stream in Canada but if that changes you'll read about it here first.
However, if you are a Brit in the Great White North for work or on vacation you can catch the show for free much earlier by using a VPN such as NordVPN, choosing U.K. from the list and selecting U&Gold via Sky/ Virgin Media/ Now.
Can I watch 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' online in Australia?
As with the U.S. and Canada, "Fawlty Towers: The Play" is not available to stream in Australia but if that changes you'll read about it here first.
However, if you are a Brit working or on vacation Down Under and you want to catch the show on U&Gold via Sky/ Virgin Media/ Now, you can do so by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
'Fawlty Towers: The Play' - Cast
- Adam Jackson-Smith as Basil Fawlty
- Anna-Jane Casey as Sybil
- Hemi Yeroham as Manuel
- Victoria Fox as Polly
- Paul Nicholas as the Mayor
- Rachel Izen as Mrs Richards
- Steven Meo as Mr Hutchinson/Wilhelm
- Kate Russell-Smith as Miss Tibbs
- Nicola Sanderson as Miss Gatsby
- Greg Haiste as Mr Thurston/Günter
- Danny Bayne as Mr Walt
- Neil Stewart as taxi driver/Mr Firkins/Mr Kerr/Mr Sharp
- Emma Fenney as hotel guest Liz and German guest Johanna
- Mia Austen as hotel guest Debbie
- John Hasler as hotel guest Ken
- Dale Superville as hotel guest Mr Dale
'Fawlty Towers: The Play' - FAQ
What has ("Fawlty Towers" creator) John Cleese had to say about the show?
"I've been overwhelmed by the wonderful response to 'Fawlty Towers: The Play' since its debut in the West End and it's a pleasure to hear U&Gold will be bringing it straight to everyone's living rooms just in time for the 50th anniversary".
What else can I watch on BBC iPlayer?
Lots – including "Strike: Ink Black Heart", "Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special", "Call The Midwife", "Doctor Who: Joy to the World", "Strictly Come Dancing", "Outnumbered" and plenty more.
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