My dad loved this guy and never missed his shows.... I was too young to understand this...but now, looking back and watching Dave Allan again, I realise my dad had a great sense of humour
I'm utterly amazed. One of the wittiest, most intelligent and most original comedians that we have ever seen on TV, and the BBC are ashamed of him? We're going backwards!
So funny. My parents who were devout Catholics used to laugh and laugh at this guy. They could see the absurdities ... Unlike many of today’s comedians, Dave really had soul.
That hilarious "I love him!" will stay with me for the rest of my life. I admired Dave Allen as a teenager in Germany and to this day his impeccable acting, timing, body language while constantly evoking experiences of bare terror make him one of the greatest comedians of all time to me. I love him dearly and I miss him very much.
@@jamesverner2812 Its actually hilarious. You have a right to believe in what ever you like. Everyone has a right to make fun of that belief. They are not sacred or immune to criticism. They are beliefs in your head based on how you were raised and who influenced you. Having religious beliefs does not make them true or obligate others to respect them.
I see this is from 1 year back. I hope you are coping well & battling on. Don't forget the "Laughter is the Best Medicine" bit - Especially Dave Allen's effortlessly hilarious views on God (& truly scary nuns)! Keep Laughing, every day!
Just found this comedian. Never heard of or saw him before. He is quite funny. I laughed out loud at all of his jokes. I love when anyone makes fun if religion!!
Some of my best childhood memories are spending Friday night with my Grandmother while Mum and Dad went out staying up late watching Dave Allen, Brilliant!!
I loved Dave Allen when he was on the telly when I was a kid, it's wonderful to see this now. It's still superb comedy: gentle, funny, poignantly sad, completely honest and delivered with that perfect timing of his. And a beautiful skewering of the absurdity of religion that is apparent before one is indoctrinated and can no longer look at it objectively. Awesome talent.
@@lydialily846 Its vitally important to remember that this man here was in constant fear for his life from, the religious factions in Ireland. I'd love to say things were different today but sadly, THAT would be stretching the truth a wee bit.
1wannabee1 It’s such a shame all this pc rubbish has ruined freedom of speech & comedy at its best , just hava laugh, ppl take things too literally these days , which is such a shame . Things have changed with regard to the power the church held n Ireland. You should check out Tommy Tiernan ! Allen was wonderful & let’s hope the snowflakes can get a sense of humour, & if not , then maybe just some common sense would do 🤣... lovely to chat with you stay safe & keep the sense of humour flag flying ..
@@lydialily846 Awww thats so nice of you. Yeah, I could'nt agree with you more. I'll admit that 'some' humour in the past was a wee bit too much. But the likers of Dave here? he was just a breath of fresh air. I'm not sure what your religious standing is? I'm an athiest. But is'nt the best way to destroy prejudice and dsicrimnation of any kind? is to take the mick out of it? I make the assumption from your name that your possibly irish?(lol, yeah NOT a lot gets past me eh?). and I'm pretty sure that YOU have almost certainly witness more discrimination./prejudice than most so tis I who should say to you, tgc . Bestest wishes and as if often said, keep those irish eyes smiling. :)
Absolutely beside myself laughing, what an absolute joy this man was. I have tears rolling down my face and my sides hurt. It feels brilliant, Thanks Dave, RIP
"He died because of you! 2000 years ago!" "Well you can't blame me I'm only four, for Christ sake. I wasn't around then." One of the best bits, and into the hole he goes! :D
Fortunate to see him ‘live’ in London in the 1980s. Even though I was sitting way up the top in the cheap seats, I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so much in my life. I was actually crying with laughter. A great observer of people and a truly great storyteller, in the Irish tradition.
I loved watching Dave Allen's show "Dave Allen At Large" on PBS during the 1970''s. He was a fantastic comedian. God bless you Dave Allen. Your many fans around the world miss your wonderful humor.
Oh my this takes me back to my Boarding School days when we all cramed into th tiny tv room to see him once a week. A brilliant man for his time and just listen to the truth in his points about the church. These are truely timeless truths. RIP Dave and thanks for all you gave us.
Of course if he is omnipresent, not only does he go into cupboards, but he is always in every cupboard! But could he take himself out if he wanted? Yes. So he isn't omnipresent then? Yes of course he is! This is a serious force in our world today, reflect on that shit.
I totally agree. I have the Best of Dave Allen on DVD and it is hilarious, I can watch it time and time again. This guy is one of the best comedians I know of.
As with Chekhov, the master of the short story, this immensely talented man finds the telling detail and wastes not one word. May his god go with him. We shall not see his like again.
This man opened my ears and mind. Born in 1960 Aussie I went to school in Tunbridge Wells between 73-77, (Huntleys) when it was a boy's school. What an astute and convincing Bloke. An old school Master.
Comedic genius. So proud that this was the time when I grew up. These woke times are unbearable. These videos cheer the soul … never malicious …. sending him self up most of all
A unique, incredible talent. Up until the 5th grade, I attended a Roman Catholic school in South Boston so I can totally relate to his "first day of school" experience. It didn't get any better. Fortunately for me, our family moved to the middle of Illinois, and I never had to face that degree of madness again.
Genius! I've to thank my friend for telling me of him. I've not laughed like this in ages &!& I agree 100% What a treasure. Just taking common talk & turning it into comic platinum.
While a this is satire, raised where he was at those same times there’s much truth in what he’s saying. No wonder the Catholic Church has lost almost all its influence in Ireland.
@@jamesverner2812 Humour is Truth revealed. Humour exposes the fake Gods and cults such as Islam and Christianity masquerading as religions. Read Bhagvat Gita
Every Sunday night it was Dave Allen followed by Dr Who on our local PBS station. This guy was one of the funniest people I’ve ever seen on tv. May he RIP 🙏🏻
I looked up Dave Allen at Wikipedia, having never heard of him before tonight. He died March 10, 2005. His son (known professionally as Ed Allen) is also a comedian.
He's a genius and always will be. Can watch this 1000 times.
I went to a Catholic school too, but this man was my first religion teacher. :-)
My dad loved this guy and never missed his shows.... I was too young to understand this...but now, looking back and watching Dave Allan again, I realise my dad had a great sense of humour
Humour is Truth revealed. Humour exposes the fake Gods and cults such as Islam and Christianity masquerading as religions. Read Bhagvat Gita
Nailed it, same here . :)
I'm utterly amazed. One of the wittiest, most intelligent and most original comedians that we have ever seen on TV, and the BBC are ashamed of him? We're going backwards!
I met Dave Allen in 1998, he was a charming delightful man and a genius. He is sorely missed.
you met him ? how lucky you are !
what was Dave like as a person
I wonder was he cremated or 'into the hole he goes'??
So funny. My parents who were devout Catholics used to laugh and laugh at this guy. They could see the absurdities ...
Unlike many of today’s comedians, Dave really had soul.
"You're bloody right I'll be a good little boy"
Has me in stitches every time.
That hilarious "I love him!" will stay with me for the rest of my life. I admired Dave Allen as a teenager in Germany and to this day his impeccable acting, timing, body language while constantly evoking experiences of bare terror make him one of the greatest comedians of all time to me. I love him dearly and I miss him very much.
This man was such a great story teller... incredible
I just encountered Daves you Tubes a year about right after he passed. I've never laughed so hard. he was so witty. AHem./
He did not even exaggerate anything he said...
What he said is exactly as it is.
It's funny because that is how funny it is
Sacrilege --never funny!
Great humour is so often the truth of absurdity revealed.
@@jamesverner2812 Sacrilege and heresy does not exist if you are a non-believer.
@@theotterguy That is as true as saying, "swine will always be swine regardless of how you dress them up!"
@@jamesverner2812 Its actually hilarious. You have a right to believe in what ever you like. Everyone has a right to make fun of that belief. They are not sacred or immune to criticism. They are beliefs in your head based on how you were raised and who influenced you. Having religious beliefs does not make them true or obligate others to respect them.
Dave Allen was truly one of the best stand up comedians ever.
I think Dave Allen was one of Ireland’s best Comedian
rhian jones No he was the best of them all.
Just been diagnosed with cancer, but Dave's humour makes me laugh out loud. Love him X.
Hope you're better already. Keep on laughing, sure way to heal!.
So, how is it going? Alive?
ITS NOT THE END THE END IS WHEN YOU GIVE UP YOU HAVE A GUARDIAN ANGEL FOLLOW YOUR INSTINCTS GOOD LUCK
I see this is from 1 year back. I hope you are coping well & battling on.
Don't forget the "Laughter is the Best Medicine" bit - Especially Dave Allen's effortlessly hilarious views on God (& truly scary nuns)! Keep Laughing, every day!
@@billsamuls7620 Is the guardian angel upstairs, downstairs or in the cupboard?
Dave Allen was one of the finest stand up comedians of his generation and a lot better than the idiots we see on tv today.
This Guy was the best ever!
I am 55 and grew up in the USA. He is a huge part of who I am because of watching as a child. Thank G…. Oh wait!
Just found this comedian. Never heard of or saw him before. He is quite funny. I laughed out loud at all of his jokes. I love when anyone makes fun if religion!!
He's just brilliant isn't he? Glad you've discovered him....I love him...😂
Love Dave Allen , my late father and I use to watch Dave Allen together. You don't get comedians like him no more. He was simply the best RIP
I remember watching him with My dad too . He would be in stitches laughing . Don't get comedians like him now ,, they're all shite
as a devout atheist i love this sketch.
He was so spot on and so frigging right.
One of the best comedians ever, perfect timing and delivery. They don't do it like this anymore except occasionally
A few per generation at most.
Some of my best childhood memories are spending Friday night with my Grandmother while Mum and Dad went out staying up late watching Dave Allen, Brilliant!!
'No, she wasn't married to god, she was married to Joseph.... shut up!'
Every time I see this clip it cracks me up.
that "shut up" bit gets me giggling too :)
That does, and 'I could see behind her... there was a fellow nailed to a cross! Damn right I'll be a good little boy!'.
Love it :) haaaa
That's the most hypocritical thing isn't it.
@@eshwar6969 That's religion for you in a nutshell
Amazing and unforgettable .I never get tired og watching him, what a man .🥰
I loved Dave Allen when he was on the telly when I was a kid, it's wonderful to see this now. It's still superb comedy: gentle, funny, poignantly sad, completely honest and delivered with that perfect timing of his. And a beautiful skewering of the absurdity of religion that is apparent before one is indoctrinated and can no longer look at it objectively. Awesome talent.
I noticed that Dave Allen and Victor Borge have similar comedic styles. Their inflections, their timing, their deliveries. Brilliant!
WAY ahead of his time! This would have been extremely controversial material back then!
Try doing this in Trump country today.
How we could do with this fella right now in 2019. He sure as hell was ahead of his time.
@Gar I would 'hope' that the intelligent people would be able to marvel at his wit and humour. But then again, would that be asking too much I wonder?
Gar . No unfortunately the “ poor devils “ would be “ offended “ or some such like !! No sense of humour anymore ! They wear me out !!
@@lydialily846 Its vitally important to remember that this man here was in constant fear for his life from, the religious factions in Ireland. I'd love to say things were different today but sadly, THAT would be stretching the truth a wee bit.
1wannabee1 It’s such a shame all this pc rubbish has ruined freedom of speech & comedy at its best , just hava laugh, ppl take things too literally these days , which is such a shame . Things have changed with regard to the power the church held n Ireland. You should check out Tommy Tiernan ! Allen was wonderful & let’s hope the snowflakes can get a sense of humour, & if not , then maybe just some common sense would do 🤣... lovely to chat with you stay safe & keep the sense of humour flag flying ..
@@lydialily846 Awww thats so nice of you. Yeah, I could'nt agree with you more. I'll admit that 'some' humour in the past was a wee bit too much. But the likers of Dave here? he was just a breath of fresh air. I'm not sure what your religious standing is? I'm an athiest. But is'nt the best way to destroy prejudice and dsicrimnation of any kind? is to take the mick out of it? I make the assumption from your name that your possibly irish?(lol, yeah NOT a lot gets past me eh?). and I'm pretty sure that YOU have almost certainly witness more discrimination./prejudice than most so tis I who should say to you, tgc . Bestest wishes and as if often said, keep those irish eyes smiling. :)
an icon of irish humour. sometimes he makes you wait .a preacher of a different sort. every body loved him
I watched Dave Allen when I was young - I just thought of him as a coemedian. Now I see he went deeper.
More of a raconteur with comedic attributes ;-)
@@danw1374 Yes. You can imagine he'd be fun at dinner parties.
He was also a philosopher!
@@paulbrocklehurst7253 Yeah. A clever man, as comedians often are.
My God how I miss this Guy. Capable of the best ever comedy
Truly one of the best comedians in the day. Loved him watching in England durinng the 60's and 70's.
Absolutely beside myself laughing, what an absolute joy this man was. I have tears rolling down my face and my sides hurt. It feels brilliant, Thanks Dave, RIP
haha he's so adorable when he does the little boy's expressions and replies!
"He died because of you! 2000 years ago!"
"Well you can't blame me I'm only four, for Christ sake. I wasn't around then."
One of the best bits, and into the hole he goes! :D
Hilarious
Fortunate to see him ‘live’ in London in the 1980s. Even though I was sitting way up the top in the cheap seats, I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so much in my life. I was actually crying with laughter.
A great observer of people and a truly great storyteller, in the Irish tradition.
I loved watching Dave Allen's show "Dave Allen At Large" on PBS during the 1970''s. He was a fantastic comedian. God bless you Dave Allen. Your many fans around the world miss your wonderful humor.
I'm a Christian and I think this is hilarious :)
Dave Allen is definitely one of the best comedians of all time.
I was a Christian. Buddy God doesn't exist.
When i was at school. The "lords Prayer" (to us anyhow) sounded like. Our Father who art in heaven, (Harold) be your name.
John mcgowan Zeus, Hera, Athene, Pan, Isis, Osirus, Odin, Thor and Harold. Oh yes, what an interesting Pantheon that is!
"Our father who art in heaven, how do you know my name?"-Family Circus
I thought God's name was Art. "Our father, Art, who is in Heaven.......!"
No problem with the Lord’s Prayer but when they sang “Up from the gravy arose” I couldn’t stop seeing it even after I worked out my mistake
Hey, I know Harold, educated, rich human being, teaches - because he wants to in the bronx!
Oh my this takes me back to my Boarding School days when we all cramed into th tiny tv room to see him once a week. A brilliant man for his time and just listen to the truth in his points about the church. These are truely timeless truths. RIP Dave and thanks for all you gave us.
For all the mocking...he just may be in the furnace of hell.
Do You realy believe that such an intelligent man believed in heaven or hell?
tessa ben Yeah but only if there ever was a “furnace of hell” eh tesssa? Eh extremely deep Religious woman?
@@tessaben1211
U R bra1nwashed.
Christianity is fake religion.
@@user-cv1wu3em9r and what about all other religions? They are but hallucinatory rituals. What fakery ... all of them.!
Thank you so much for posting this. Comedy on tv is not the same without him. He was brilliant.
I hope that he repented before he died, big time scoffer!
wow timeless... we need this guy today
Yep for sure
Sure he would be.Maybe not in puritan puke U.S.
I love Dave Allen, when asked once what was in the glass onstage with him Water, Vodka or Gin? He simply replied, yes.
And: "Just good old-fashioned booze".
I read somewhere that it was really ginger beer all along. I don't know if I believe that! 🤔
Remember watching him with my Dad and laughing till it hurt. Great comedian.
A true legend and comedy intellect, in fact a true rebel in his time and as good today as it was back then!
Everyone should be a rebel
I can't get enough of this. I lmao everytime he prays.
"I was there I saw him. He went to the whole"
Comic legend
*hole
He went into the hole.
This is the best comedian ever!!
"God doesn't go into cupboards!" One of the funniest things I've ever heard in my life!
Of course if he is omnipresent, not only does he go into cupboards, but he is always in every cupboard! But could he take himself out if he wanted? Yes. So he isn't omnipresent then? Yes of course he is!
This is a serious force in our world today, reflect on that shit.
dec8808 he could be in a closet 😏
but... he is everywhere and in the cupboard is included in everywhere
Same here, and I can't figure out why.
He's a big fellow then...@@burninsherman1037
When this show was on everyone was glued to the TV.
We need more standups like Dave Allen. You can't beat straight-up great storytelling.
absolutely love Dave Allen....classic, they broke the mould when they made this man!
Up until this, no one dared to mock religion in comedy, he is so good.
George Carlin did, also hilarious.
(and Catholic...us protestants didn't seem to get a lot of the trappings, beads, relics, crosses etc
DarkyGamer And that is why I love him.
Only Paddies lol and true though
@@SuperSarandipity Late back, and I love George Carlin.
Have you seen Tommy Tiernan ( esp early stuff ) ... !
I totally agree. I have the Best of Dave Allen on DVD and it is hilarious, I can watch it time and time again. This guy is one of the best comedians I know of.
As with Chekhov, the master of the short story, this immensely talented man finds the telling detail and wastes not one word. May his god go with him. We shall not see his like again.
So very true, but memories and the Craic, always
"In the name of the Father, and the Son and into the hole he goes." -ROFL
So, funny! that line!!
Classic
mdr sooo funny
Greatest punchline ever.
He missed out "Our father, who are't in Heaven, Harrold be thy name".
It's only when you see it explained like this that you realise how absolutely ridiculous religion is.
Precisely so !!
Thank you!!!!
Yes
Well duh
Except for islam mate
Brilliant, the man was a genius 👍
The inimitable Dave Allen. Unique and brilliant.
Three years later another 150 or so on top. Not bad.
This man opened my ears and mind. Born in 1960 Aussie I went to school in Tunbridge Wells between 73-77, (Huntleys) when it was a boy's school. What an astute and convincing Bloke. An old school Master.
"Mary was married to Joseph" The pause after that line cracks me up. Sometimes it's what you don't say that matters.
Comedic genius. So proud that this was the time when I grew up. These woke times are unbearable. These videos cheer the soul … never malicious …. sending him self up most of all
A unique, incredible talent. Up until the 5th grade, I attended a Roman Catholic school in South Boston so I can totally relate to his "first day of school" experience. It didn't get any better. Fortunately for me, our family moved to the middle of Illinois, and I never had to face that degree of madness again.
Man, Dave was a genius, No doubt about it
It's a shame I didn't know of him earlier
He is fantastic. Love his sense of wit. Still keeps me laughing
I seen this man live a number of years ago in the strand in London. What a night😂😂😂😂😂
What a joy! Just met him. LAUGHED.
This is probably my favourite comedy routine of all time
a comedy genius! one of the best in the world!
One of Ireland's forgotten comedians. We love you Dave!
THE BEST EVER....Albert Einstein + Comedy = Dave Allen
One of my all time heros. RIP Dave.
Genius! I've to thank my friend for telling me of him. I've not laughed like this in ages &!& I agree 100% What a treasure. Just taking common talk & turning it into comic platinum.
Was raised in The Church - this is hysterical!:)
This is one of the funniest bits on TH-cam and makes me laugh out loud every time. Laughter is how we defeat demon religion!
*And a half millisecond after you die you go back to the A block of blaming RELIGION for not telling you about hell*
The Truth Channel Do you mean the hell where priest abuse young boys !
The Truth Channel Ah yes the bedrock of all religions- trying to instil FEAR!
@@fyank1 Atheism, the bedrock of all Eternity Trashers.
@@thetruthchannel349 Really? You've died already?
Rest In Everlasting Peace Dave Allen comedy genius 😂🕊️🤍🙏💛💯🌟
Brilliant comedian. RIP 🙏 Dave Allen.
I REMEMBER IT SO WELL DAVE...GREAT COMIC...DAVE ALLEN ROCKS
Absolutely fantastic man! Great comedy timing! What a legend!
While a this is satire, raised where he was at those same times there’s much truth in what he’s saying.
No wonder the Catholic Church has
lost almost all its influence in Ireland.
just brilliant. what an incredible comedian he was.
Every time I watch this video and I've watched several times, I laugh so much.
"He was born on Christmas day and died on Easter." ;
"Well, he didn't hang around did he?"
Genius, just genius.
(Any good tortured Catholic knows he died on Good Friday) Close enough and funny too.
Important questions.
And you think you are the smarty pants of this show, eh. Name again, sir?
I never thought of it that way, but will in the future.
@@jamesverner2812 Humour is Truth revealed. Humour exposes the fake Gods and cults such as Islam and Christianity masquerading as religions. Read Bhagvat Gita
Thank god for this humour! Its fantastic!
A comic genius. To bring humor and laughter into the world is a true gift and thank him for sharing that gift.
Dave! you were my favourite! sadly missed!
You were an absolute legend, Dave. I must have been only 12 or so when I made a point of watching you every week. Thanks for all the laughs.
Humour is Truth revealed. Humour exposes the fake Gods and cults such as Islam and Christianity masquerading as religions. Read Bhagvat Gita
Every Sunday night it was Dave Allen followed by Dr Who on our local PBS station. This guy was one of the funniest people I’ve ever seen on tv. May he RIP 🙏🏻
Dave Allen was one of the funniest comedians ever.....way before his time with the religion jokes. Love to see more of him on TV.
Correct
"I thought, you're bloody right I'll be a good little boy" 0:55
He never smile to his own jokes or when audience laugh. A rare ability.
Unsurpassed! I still tell his jokes to people, not for them but for me.
I can relate 2 everything Dave said been a Catholic it is so true your brains are scrambled you RIP.Dave and God be with you.
"I saw a feller nailed to a cross"! Bloody genius. Haven't seen him for years . Catholicism through the eyes of a four year old. Lmfao
I looked up Dave Allen at Wikipedia, having never heard of him before tonight. He died March 10, 2005. His son (known professionally as Ed Allen) is also a comedian.
Brilliant...great to see this again...all these years later...thanks..
There’s no point arguing with self-righteous religious people. This approach is the best.
Irish nuns had a special talent. He mimics them perfectly
Brilliant, brilliant miss him so much. Many thanks, Merry Christmas.
Dave was one of a kind...he is missed!
It's amazing what he can convey with very subtle facial expressions.