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The Young Ones (1982)

  • TV-14
  • 29 min
  • Comedy
  • 3 seasons
  • imdb logo 8.2/10 (16434 votes)

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Plot

In the quirky, offbeat realm of North London, four eccentric college students - Vyvyan, Rick, Mike, and Neil - cohabitate in an environment as unpredictable as they are themselves. Vyvyan, an anarchic punk, communicates with the world through an explosive language of destruction, while Rick, a politically-charged Cliff Richard enthusiast, provides the ideological contrast. Mike, the cool-headed yet demanding ringleader, tries to keep everyone in check, leaving Neil, the perpetually gloomy hippie, to shoulder the domestic burdens with his dreams of escape only leading to self-destruction. Their peculiar existence extends to their landlord - the enigmatic Russian, Jerzy Balowski, and his intriguing extended family, to whom they reluctantly pay rent. This unorthodox sitcom concocts a surreal blend of humor, chaos, and the occasional live band performance that spins through their world, making 'The Young Ones' a whirlwind journey of laughter, absurdity, and unexpected encounters.

Where to watch The Young Ones?

The Young Ones is a comedy show featuring Alexei Sayle and created by Lise Mayer.

It is possible to buy The Young Ones on Amazon Video, Apple TV and Vudu.