The World According to Smith & Jones
Comedy
10.0
10.02 Seasons
12 Episodes
January 11, 1987
Overview
A mock-historical documentary utilising old, often obscure, film clips to satirise world history, with hosts Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones presenting behind desks and featuring a running gag about Smith's ancestors appearing in the footage. A second series features a slightly altered format focusing on topics like medicine, law, and science.
Created by
Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones
Network
ITV1
Cast
Mel Smith
Mel
Griff Rhys Jones
Griff
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