Double O feckin bollocks! There is a backstory to this, if I remember correctly. Rod Stewart wanted to do the songs um-comedically and was slapped down by the BBC. But Coogan slipped it through. Bloody genius (and I'm British). "And now Rory O'Connor. Who due to broadcasting restriction must inhale helium to subtract credibility from his words"....
Not really its all been done before, Peter Paul and Mary sang The Rising of The Moon at the BBC back in 1965, a song about the 1798 rebellion, how much more of an Irish Rebel Song can you get? Besides, come out ye Black and Tans lyrics are in actual fact Behan's sarcastic slur / insult on some Irish people not the English as the "The English" in the song were actually an Irish family, not English. But to be fair Partridge's Irish accent is brilliant.
@@Lissadell1916 Thanks for the information! I am not irish and I was not aware of Peter Paul and Mary's performance in the 60s. However (please correct me if i'm wrong) i was under the impression that 1965 was before the Troubles. I had no idea about the sarcastic tone of Come Out Ye Black and Tans.
@@josemaria8177 The troubles in Ireland have been going on for 500 years so nothing new there and hence most Irish rebel songs are about events well before 1965, like the Black and Tans which was from 1920 of course (although the song was written much later). The man who wrote the song was Dominic Behan (Brendans brother) and the "loving English feet" in the song was about their grandmother "Christine English" (that was her name not her nationality) born Christine Corr in Ireland who re-married an Irishman called Patrick English. Christine English was a natorious Dublin slum landlady who Dominic hated due to the way she treated Dominic's mother and father like shit and the song was a tribute to Dominic's father (Stephan Behan) who was one of Mick Collin's 12 apostles during the WOI but was a strong anti treaty man during the Irish anti treaty (Civil) War. Hence "the loving English Feet" was about the English "family" not the English nationality as the song was written about the 1930's" long after the creation of the Irish Free State (forced upon the 26 counties verses the 32 counties of Ireland) in 1921/22.
1:24 "Awful hot in here..." This is so on-point for older generation rural Irish. If you're not commenting or complaining about something you're odd The attention to detail in this bit is amazing
Commenting and complaining true.... the new priest is always an awful nice fella and does a great mass, secretly can't wait to it's over... remember one priest in my parish was more popular than Jesus himself because he pretty much held the record for fastest sermon ever.....28 minutes flat...very popular with the parishioners
One of the most convincing character portrayals in the history of television. Martin Brennan is far too precious to be confined to these few fleeting moments of comic genius. More please Steve.
@@abstractronnie no need they're already arresting people for crimes that don't exist and not knowing the basic laws or rights of the citizens, so reports are a thing of the past. That's why they take 6 hours to turn up when you call them...
As an Irish person myself, that's the best Irish accent iv ever heard an none Irish person pull off, and to get away with singing 2 Irish rebel songs on the BBC, that's just brilliant unreal, and 2 songs that are so anti british, big balls he has.
I heard he had a bet with a friend he could get away with it. It was so cleverly done, because in the same scene he has Alan Partridge complaining about it and everyone else looking awkward. My hat goes off to whoever plays "Double O Seven fecking bollocks", it's a great performance, going from nodding benignly along with the music with a slightly patronising air, to raising his eyebrows pointedly at Alan P and then sitting there positively radiating frosty disapproval
This has been my favorite bit from anything I’ve ever seen since I first watched it. Like I’m so passionate about it I want it digitally displayed on my urn
This is quite literally one of the most eye-wateringly hilarious pieces Steve Coogan has ever done. The genius is layered through, and it takes a few watches to catch it all, but the bigger picture is also just... wild! From the fake teeth to the lazy eye, the hooisms, just how did he get it past the BBC governance processes! Absolutely incredible - and all washed down with "Double'O Feckin Bollocks" and "Find out who booked them and sack her". 🤣 Bravo. This is Peak Partridge.
His rendition of sweet 16 is stunning. Coogan spent a lot of time in Ireland with his family here. Nails the accent and the mannerisms of the west of ireland😊
His name is Coogan ffs. It’s not that long ago that the English would’ve been drawing cartoons of his ancestors as ape like creatures and banning them from public office.
Why is his singing voice unironically so good 😭😭 Edit: I have a newfound and very healthy respect and appreciation for Irish music and the musical talent of the Irish people. Mighty!
Because most Irish or people of Irish descent have great voices comes from our lyrical melodic accents and gaelic culture of traditional Irish music and dance
The best Irish stereotype ever done? Most of us know/knew some grand uncle like that down the country. Its an even handed piss take that demonstrates his genuine understanding of the Irish mindset. Then to top it off, a medley of rebel songs on the bbc 😆 Top class
My grandad god bless his soul was a tipp man and this is him to a t. Always made sure to remind me that our family was related to Michael Collins every time I saw him as well.
exactly. perfect example of how they have given the impression Alan has mellowed to the modern world, but the old fashioned sexism is still there off camera.
Susannah Fielding doesn't get enough credit for her work on this show. She perfectly captures the chirpy nothingness of an Alex Jones or Christine Bleakley.
Couldn’t agree more. She’s playing the straight role but it’s actually the most damning and piercingly critical attack on the soullessness of bbc programming.
as an american, the name Alex Jones conjures up a much different person than I think you're talking about... that being said, I agree that she's fantastic in this role and really critical for selling the whole thing.
My late dad and uncle were from sligo. I had the chance to show this to my uncle last year before his passing and he confirmed the accent is spot on and his voice brilliant
This is the most accurate depiction of an Irish country man being played by a non Irish man I’ve ever seen. The fact that he was like “who is that” definitely captures the Irish attitude around celebrities. We definitely do not care and you’ll be taken down a peg or two if you’ve any notions about yourself 🤣. The accent, the attitude, the humour, the posture the cousin in the crowd and the singing was so good!
The jumper the tie the whole package is down to a tee . Steve coogan knows those people he is those people so it came easy to him and the fact he got that song on the bbc means he will never have to pay for a drink in Ireland ever again. 😂
This is beyond brilliant the attention to detail, the teeth, the cross eyes, never mind the song. I would like to see Martin Brennan do a whole episode.
You see everybody, this is how you do a funny portrayal of a stereotype, and this is how you laugh at it. Honestly too funny, as an Irishman I swear I've met this type of lad a hundred times at the pub.
@@MotherAlgorithm stereotypes can be funny, if they're done right and by the right person. It can't come off as a put down of someone in a lesser position by a person in a more powerful position. In this case you have the funny stereotype but the "Irishman" is actually the one with the power in this sketch.
I just played this walking home from the pub and laughed out loud numerous times, so much so thst people crossed the road to avoid passing me on the footpath.
This is why you have to love Steve Coogan, he literally got "Come out Ye Black and Tans" played on the BBC. Truly upholding the absolutely savage legacy of Chris Morris.
@@AwwwPishhh haha yes making sure sinn fein sounded as ridiculous as the BBC meant them to appear. The Day Today is still fabulous and ever more accurate!
he's off to a great start with nailing the Irish way of speaking. Irish people usually answer a question without a yes or no, but use the verb in their answer. 'Normally, you are a farmer in the west of Ireland'..... Brennan answers 'I am' . Irish people will have copped this straight away. Will you have a cup of tea?. ... Answer is 'I will'. 'Is the weather bad?' Answer 'it is'.
That's spot on, we'll noticed. Have you ever noticed some Irish people will take a quick sharp intake of breath when they're discussing something serious/sad? Like: *short sharp intake* "ah sure she's sufferin with the pneumonia"
This is Coogan's best character after Partridge by a country mile. It's got serious legs under it. Would love to see it fleshed out more for a short series.
Coogan has an Irish heritage. I laughed so loud when i first saw this. I couldnt believe it. An amazing talent as always. His Oasthouse series podcast is another complete blinder.
@@eoghandridl1007 I hear on his mothers side Eoghan,never the less he,s every irish relative iv had in this guise,fabulously studied impression of working stock irishman of yesteryear!! my brood are from Kildare so im gonna be after a tortoise next stop!!
@@ianennis1280 his mother I'd Irish his dad has Irish parents Coogan is an Irish surname Steve Coogan has an Irish passport so he's an Irish citizen as well !
It’s unreal, not just his accent being amazing bur his impression of such a specific Irish man bur also he’s a really good singer, even more so that he’s doing an accent with big false teeth while singing that well… it’s genius
@@seanmaguire6327it’s in Back To The Future Pt 2, Michael J Fox is playing 3 different characters at a kitchen table and a pizza gets moved around in it.
This was TV Gold,, Coogan is a genius,, how in the name of jesus did he get that passed the BBC,, the reaction to it here was hilarious,, nailed the accent, nailed the manner The singing voice was spot onn, And the Double O Bollox at the end,, Comedy gold,.
All the comments are true - Coogan really came out with a complete, truthful, and genuinely funny character portrayal that stole all our hearts. The singing was beautiful and he even used the opportunity to include an anti imperialist message on the empire's TV network. But tbh I am a little disappointed we didn't get that Duran Duran police dog montage it sounded 🔥
Anyone with older Irish relatives will cherish this as they all have an element of Martin Brennan. One of the finest comedy scenes I've ever witnessed.
Steve’s mum is from Co. Mayo and his dad is of Irish descent. He must’ve grown up with the west of Ireland accent around him so it’s no surprise that he was able to nail it so well!
I'm not joking when I am saying that Steve Coogan as Martin Brennan's performance of When You Were Sweet Sixteen is genuinely one of the most affecting renditions of the song I have ever heard.
I love this. So accurate, the clothes and accent. My Mum was Irish and my Dad played in an Irish show band. At the end of the night at his gigs the rebel songs would be sung and my Mum used to tell me not to tell anyone. 😂
Steve Coogan is the one man who managed to sing an irish rebel song on the BBC. That man is a legend
Double O feckin bollocks!
There is a backstory to this, if I remember correctly. Rod Stewart wanted to do the songs um-comedically and was slapped down by the BBC.
But Coogan slipped it through. Bloody genius (and I'm British).
"And now Rory O'Connor. Who due to broadcasting restriction must inhale helium to subtract credibility from his words"....
@@slaterslater5944 nah his mate bet him in a pub that he wouldn’t sing a rebel tune and he did the fucking legend🤣🤣
Not really its all been done before, Peter Paul and Mary sang The Rising of The Moon at the BBC back in 1965, a song about the 1798 rebellion, how much more of an Irish Rebel Song can you get? Besides, come out ye Black and Tans lyrics are in actual fact Behan's sarcastic slur / insult on some Irish people not the English as the "The English" in the song were actually an Irish family, not English. But to be fair Partridge's Irish accent is brilliant.
@@Lissadell1916 Thanks for the information! I am not irish and I was not aware of Peter Paul and Mary's performance in the 60s. However (please correct me if i'm wrong) i was under the impression that 1965 was before the Troubles. I had no idea about the sarcastic tone of Come Out Ye Black and Tans.
@@josemaria8177 The troubles in Ireland have been going on for 500 years so nothing new there and hence most Irish rebel songs are about events well before 1965, like the Black and Tans which was from 1920 of course (although the song was written much later). The man who wrote the song was Dominic Behan (Brendans brother) and the "loving English feet" in the song was about their grandmother "Christine English" (that was her name not her nationality) born Christine Corr in Ireland who re-married an Irishman called Patrick English. Christine English was a natorious Dublin slum landlady who Dominic hated due to the way she treated Dominic's mother and father like shit and the song was a tribute to Dominic's father (Stephan Behan) who was one of Mick Collin's 12 apostles during the WOI but was a strong anti treaty man during the Irish anti treaty (Civil) War. Hence "the loving English Feet" was about the English "family" not the English nationality as the song was written about the 1930's" long after the creation of the Irish Free State (forced upon the 26 counties verses the 32 counties of Ireland) in 1921/22.
1:24 “Awful hot in here”. Coogan really gets all the nuances of his character spot on
1:24 "Awful hot in here..."
This is so on-point for older generation rural Irish. If you're not commenting or complaining about something you're odd
The attention to detail in this bit is amazing
So so good
A nanosecond of genius…exactly what my great uncle would say 🤣
Actually kills me every time I watch it, the timing is soo off-kilter it's fucking genius 😅
Commenting and complaining true.... the new priest is always an awful nice fella and does a great mass, secretly can't wait to it's over... remember one priest in my parish was more popular than Jesus himself because he pretty much held the record for fastest sermon ever.....28 minutes flat...very popular with the parishioners
@@jackietreehorn5561 Yep, I know that fella 😂😂😂😂
One of the most convincing character portrayals in the history of television. Martin Brennan is far too precious to be confined to these few fleeting moments of comic genius. More please Steve.
He features in the live show, and it´s brilliant!
I often argue Saxondale is one of Coogan's best characters. But Brennan is very ruddy good.
@@mrneutral8423 Saxondale was fantastic and totally underrated.
"Double O feckin' bollocks!" 🤣🤣🤣
Probably the best Irish Accent I've seen by an actor. Hilarious
Yeah, all of Steve's ancestors are actually Irish, so it makes sense as to why he has learnt to do that accent well.
his mother is irish
since a week thursday, since a week thursday.
@@Cryptokat oo da ell is dat
@@lama99654 his dad has Irish parents too Coogan is an Irish family name like Kennedy etc
The wonky eye is the icing on the cake lol
It's the teeth for me
The ruddy cheeks from all that cabbage and fresh air...
Wonky eye? That’ll be the inbreeding lol
lol
the wonky eye threw me initially. Generally thought is was another actor.
“Awful hot in here” “lovely Irish gesture” brilliant 😂
‘I’ve a friend in Kildare who has them, but you talk to me’ 😂😂😂 cute hoorism at its best 😂😂
We are cute hoors, Ive plenty of turtles
My late father was of Irish descent, and he was exactly like that 😂 he loved getting away with petty breaches of the law
@@chrisjames6327 He should be reported to the police.
@@abstractronnie no need they're already arresting people for crimes that don't exist and not knowing the basic laws or rights of the citizens, so reports are a thing of the past. That's why they take 6 hours to turn up when you call them...
@@abstractronnie
I think the world is owed a Martin Brennan album for Christmas
Moments I lost my sh1t
"Awful hot in here"
"There's a cat"
😅
Yeah the cat one destroyed me
‘I lost my wristband’.
“Good”
Not only a good Irish accent but a spot on rural Sligo accent.
Of course it is. Coogans attention to detail is 2nd to none. And he’s a genius so can also pull it off.
He's actually from Mayo I think.
Debatable highly
@@thatsthejobbb8587 That's why he opted for a Sligo accent so as not to upset his mother
Apparently Coogan has spent a lot of time in that part of the world, so probably picked up the accent from the locals while he was there.
As an Irish person myself, that's the best Irish accent iv ever heard an none Irish person pull off, and to get away with singing 2 Irish rebel songs on the BBC, that's just brilliant unreal, and 2 songs that are so anti british, big balls he has.
Well Steve Coogan has a Mayo mam like all English with Irish parentage spend all their summers in Ireland with their granny's aunts uncles cousins
Jared Harris in The Terror was also exceptional
@@johnmcgowan5210 and Brad Pitt in snatch is class....his northern accent in devil's own is shit tho
I don't think it's that bad nowadays to have it on British TV, especially when it's part of a comedy.
I heard he had a bet with a friend he could get away with it. It was so cleverly done, because in the same scene he has Alan Partridge complaining about it and everyone else looking awkward. My hat goes off to whoever plays "Double O Seven fecking bollocks", it's a great performance, going from nodding benignly along with the music with a slightly patronising air, to raising his eyebrows pointedly at Alan P and then sitting there positively radiating frosty disapproval
This has been my favorite bit from anything I’ve ever seen since I first watched it. Like I’m so passionate about it I want it digitally displayed on my urn
‘Double O feckin’ bollo@!’ Is the absolute icing on the cake. Just genius.
This is quite literally one of the most eye-wateringly hilarious pieces Steve Coogan has ever done. The genius is layered through, and it takes a few watches to catch it all, but the bigger picture is also just... wild! From the fake teeth to the lazy eye, the hooisms, just how did he get it past the BBC governance processes! Absolutely incredible - and all washed down with "Double'O Feckin Bollocks" and "Find out who booked them and sack her". 🤣
Bravo. This is Peak Partridge.
His rendition of sweet 16 is stunning. Coogan spent a lot of time in Ireland with his family here. Nails the accent and the mannerisms of the west of ireland😊
Its Finbarr Furey singing that bit
"Couldn't let ye go without a little song" Haha 😂
You've put an h in there mate. 😅😅😅
The fact that one of the most quintessentially British personalities sang Rebel songs is just amazing! This is why I love Steve Coogan!
Both sides of his family are Irish, so it’s not too hard for him.
@@LeeH688 I think they meant cos he acts very English. especially in American films.
His name is Coogan ffs. It’s not that long ago that the English would’ve been drawing cartoons of his ancestors as ape like creatures and banning them from public office.
@@DaChaGeeWell yeah, he is English…
It’s the bit where Partridge is clapping…… until “tell her how the IRA….” and then just looks awkward 😂😂
Why is his singing voice unironically so good 😭😭
Edit: I have a newfound and very healthy respect and appreciation for Irish music and the musical talent of the Irish people. Mighty!
It’s a joke of how all these haggard old Irish men would go on variety shows and sing with exceptional voices.
Because most Irish or people of Irish descent have great voices comes from our lyrical melodic accents and gaelic culture of traditional Irish music and dance
Steve does funny voices which uses the same muscles as singing, if you know someone who can do voices then chances are they can sing too.
Ireland's best exports are music and comedy
@@bluedeskfan2754 some great musicans came out of Ireland for such a small island
The best Irish stereotype ever done? Most of us know/knew some grand uncle like that down the country. Its an even handed piss take that demonstrates his genuine understanding of the Irish mindset. Then to top it off, a medley of rebel songs on the bbc 😆 Top class
I think a bunch of his family is Irish.
He has irish family so it makes sense.
LOVE IT!
He's pretty Irish in fairness
My grandad god bless his soul was a tipp man and this is him to a t. Always made sure to remind me that our family was related to Michael Collins every time I saw him as well.
Find out who booked him and sack “her” is so underrated in an absolute explosion of brilliance 😅
Steve Coogan is a master of the subtle under jab.
Classic Queen
"An explosion of brilliance"
Sir, you are a indeed a wordsmith and I salute you 👊
exactly. perfect example of how they have given the impression Alan has mellowed to the modern world, but the old fashioned sexism is still there off camera.
Susannah Fielding doesn't get enough credit for her work on this show. She perfectly captures the chirpy nothingness of an Alex Jones or Christine Bleakley.
Couldn’t agree more. She’s playing the straight role but it’s actually the most damning and piercingly critical attack on the soullessness of bbc programming.
as an american, the name Alex Jones conjures up a much different person than I think you're talking about... that being said, I agree that she's fantastic in this role and really critical for selling the whole thing.
@@jackglossop4859 Is it though? I'm not sure her character is meant to be a "piercing" attack on inoffensive co-hosts who do their job.
@CJ_OPC absolutely right 😂 👍
@@litareaYep im a yank who did a double take at seeing Alex Jones’ fucking name.
This is honestly my favourite version of come out ye black and tans. I’m not even joking.
Same! I genuinely get goosebumps.
My late dad and uncle were from sligo. I had the chance to show this to my uncle last year before his passing and he confirmed the accent is spot on and his voice brilliant
Seriously this is one of the best comedy sketches of all time. He is a genius.
Quality TV. Funny as fuck.
I repeatedly watch this clip for Steve's singing tbh. He does a lovely job of ''When You Were Sweet 16'.
Steve has a great singing voice.. I could watch this again and again. Just nailed it.
That's the great thing about TH-cam. You can.
This is the most accurate depiction of an Irish country man being played by a non Irish man I’ve ever seen. The fact that he was like “who is that” definitely captures the Irish attitude around celebrities. We definitely do not care and you’ll be taken down a peg or two if you’ve any notions about yourself 🤣. The accent, the attitude, the humour, the posture the cousin in the crowd and the singing was so good!
They way he switched from the love song to the rebel song brilliant 🤣🤣
considering the lyrics, the love song would probably give the BBC more trouble now than the rebel songs...
Coogan should release an album of Irish rebel songs. Flipping fantastic.
One of the greatest moments in comedy history. Everything about it is superb. Perfection from Coogan here
Genius , i’ve watched this many many times , still can’t believe he got “black and tans’ involved!
I watched him singing "Come out Ye Blacks and tans" and then I saw the BBC logo on upper left corner of the screen...wow 😄
"You want anymore of those you come see me"
That line is absolutely perfect - completely nailed the way guys like that talk.
The jumper the tie the whole package is down to a tee . Steve coogan knows those people he is those people so it came easy to him and the fact he got that song on the bbc means he will never have to pay for a drink in Ireland ever again. 😂
Take a bow Steve Coogan that sketch was beyond brilliant - i've met the likes of Martin in Ireland many a time and you got the caricature spot on.
Youre lucky im in Scotland and meet Begbies 🤣🤣
As an Irish person this is spot on. Steve Coogan is a comic genius 👏
Every Irish uncle rolled into one. 100% accurate.😂 It makes me sad though because all my Irish uncles and aunties are gone.
". . every man should stand behind the man behind the wire... "
This is beyond brilliant the attention to detail, the teeth, the cross eyes, never mind the song. I would like to see Martin Brennan do a whole episode.
I do believe the wonky eyes is a reference to in-breeding 😄
the teeth, I love, real or not. I hate the american wall-to-wall white walls of teeth.
You see everybody, this is how you do a funny portrayal of a stereotype, and this is how you laugh at it. Honestly too funny, as an Irishman I swear I've met this type of lad a hundred times at the pub.
As an Irishman, me too... 100 times or more.. It's staggering in its observation of the physicality and voice.
All stereotypes are funny
Good thing about us Irish is that we take the piss out of ourselves more than anyone else does....
As a Chicagoan living in the West of Ireland, I concur.
@@MotherAlgorithm stereotypes can be funny, if they're done right and by the right person. It can't come off as a put down of someone in a lesser position by a person in a more powerful position. In this case you have the funny stereotype but the "Irishman" is actually the one with the power in this sketch.
Steve Coogan is a hell of an Irish folk singer. Im Irish and he gave me goosebumps there. 😅
I just played this walking home from the pub and laughed out loud numerous times, so much so thst people crossed the road to avoid passing me on the footpath.
This is why you have to love Steve Coogan, he literally got "Come out Ye Black and Tans" played on the BBC.
Truly upholding the absolutely savage legacy of Chris Morris.
Good clip to show people who whine that modern TV and comedy is "all politically correct these days".
@@johnmartinez7440 Yes mainstream comedy and TV are too free if anything
@@BedrinonenToo free?
No Helium, how times have changed
@@AwwwPishhh haha yes making sure sinn fein sounded as ridiculous as the BBC meant them to appear. The Day Today is still fabulous and ever more accurate!
Actually as an Irishman I can say he absolutely nailed it as an Irishman... The teeth especially 😂
And from your dental mould. The nation can't thank you enough. Míle buiochas.
I'm not sure the exact line for being Irish or not, but his mom is from Mayo and his dad's also an Irish descendant
He's so real I swear I've *met* him. Fine voice to, to be fair.
His jacket is the wrong colour though.. All Irish men wear green jackets.
@@alfsmith4936 hes also missing his tophat
the accent , mannerisms and comments are 200% pure irishman . fantastic
and the line ' find out who booked them , and sack her '
he's off to a great start with nailing the Irish way of speaking. Irish people usually answer a question without a yes or no, but use the verb in their answer. 'Normally, you are a farmer in the west of Ireland'..... Brennan answers 'I am' . Irish people will have copped this straight away. Will you have a cup of tea?. ... Answer is 'I will'. 'Is the weather bad?' Answer 'it is'.
Theres no yes or no in the Irish language
I'm Northern Irish and I never once noticed that before, but it's absolutely true
That's spot on, we'll noticed. Have you ever noticed some Irish people will take a quick sharp intake of breath when they're discussing something serious/sad?
Like:
*short sharp intake* "ah sure she's sufferin with the pneumonia"
@@seosamhrosmucthere is
"I do be" or "does be" is another.
Absolute scream 😂😂 seen it about 30 times or more and still howl at it. My favourite of all Alan Partridge skits
He has it to a tee! I know farmers exactly like Martin in Ireland..Jumper under the suit genius 👌 Steve is Half Irish anyhow, so he is well versed 🇮🇪
Usually driving an old ford tractor with no cab & a bit of foam for the seat.
1:36 " I've not put my hand in my pocket since I left " 😊😊
What does this mean?
@@AmpleWarning It means he hasn't had to pay for anything
@@AmpleWarning Funny because it's what the old people would say in the west of Ireland (not having to pay for anything - as said above)
a classic Irish saying, has completely nailed it here Steve
If anyone wants to pay him £500 to jibber and jabber be my guest
The best Alan partridge clip ever. I love how he does our accent, its spot on 😂
One of the best, and most underrated comedy moments ever.
Genius comedy.
This is Coogan's best character after Partridge by a country mile. It's got serious legs under it. Would love to see it fleshed out more for a short series.
'there's a cat' 'there's a cat!' Alan and Martin have more in common than either would admit
Awful hot in here
Coogan has an Irish heritage. I laughed so loud when i first saw this. I couldnt believe it. An amazing talent as always. His Oasthouse series podcast is another complete blinder.
I come back to this clip year after year. Could only find it on FB for a long time.
Top Cogan. Tiochfaidarla.
It gets better every time I watch it!
This is the funniest thing Coogan has done since "In 1978... no one died..." I was genuinely feeling uncomfortable for Alan.
A Brilliant Irish accent,Hilarious,superb acting too,what a talanted fella he is ,quite moving too.
He's basically Irish
@@eoghandridl1007 I hear on his mothers side Eoghan,never the less he,s every irish relative iv had in this guise,fabulously studied impression of working stock irishman of yesteryear!! my brood are from Kildare so im gonna be after a tortoise next stop!!
Moving? Fuck the IRA.
@@ianennis1280 his mother I'd Irish his dad has Irish parents Coogan is an Irish surname Steve Coogan has an Irish passport so he's an Irish citizen as well !
The v-neck jumper with the tie and blazer. This is how the vice-principle of my primary school dressed in the 90's. He was a kerryman. Spot on.
There's multiple layers of accuracy to this Irish accent. That's coming from a paddy. 🇮🇪
It’s unreal, not just his accent being amazing bur his impression of such a specific Irish man bur also he’s a really good singer, even more so that he’s doing an accent with big false teeth while singing that well… it’s genius
Even just on a technical level that is brilliant, timing the interactions so perfectly, and the box handover.....absolutely seamless.
I've looked at this many times. I'll be the idiot and ask..how did they do the box handover...😂
@@seanmaguire6327it’s in Back To The Future Pt 2, Michael J Fox is playing 3 different characters at a kitchen table and a pizza gets moved around in it.
I was whimpering with laughter first time I saw this, and I'm proudly of Irish heritage.
This was TV Gold,, Coogan is a genius,, how in the name of jesus did he get that passed the BBC,, the reaction to it here was hilarious,, nailed the accent, nailed the manner
The singing voice was spot onn,
And the Double O Bollox at the end,, Comedy gold,.
All the comments are true - Coogan really came out with a complete, truthful, and genuinely funny character portrayal that stole all our hearts. The singing was beautiful and he even used the opportunity to include an anti imperialist message on the empire's TV network. But tbh I am a little disappointed we didn't get that Duran Duran police dog montage it sounded 🔥
Best TV ever. Come Out and Men Behind the Wire... bangers.
Half my family consolidated into one performance
“Awful hot in here” I dunno why that made me laugh lol
Anyone with older Irish relatives will cherish this as they all have an element of Martin Brennan. One of the finest comedy scenes I've ever witnessed.
Dressed just like my grandfather
A lovely detail of this is that the guitarist in the blue shirt is none other than Steve Brown, who played Glen Ponder in KMKY!
Top trivia! Thanks
Class.
Coogan's range is truly incredible
Steve’s mum is from Co. Mayo and his dad is of Irish descent. He must’ve grown up with the west of Ireland accent around him so it’s no surprise that he was able to nail it so well!
Aside from everything else, what a voice!
I'm not joking when I am saying that Steve Coogan as Martin Brennan's performance of When You Were Sweet Sixteen is genuinely one of the most affecting renditions of the song I have ever heard.
I was thinking the same thing. I would listen reverently if I happened upon him performing this in a pub and didn't know who he was.
Great singing
Im both equally ashamed and proud to report that this is 100% accurate.
What a genius coogan is. This is definitely in my top 3 of his characters!
The single best tv moment of the last 20 years
Seriously?
Jokes aside, what a genuinely moving voice. I'd happily pay for a full album of this fella and I rarely pay for music these days.
"I said who the hell is that?!"
I love how Alan is soo not flattered and tries to hide it.
Dat?
How Steve Coogan finds ways to make Partridge even funnier is a godsend.
I was cringing along with Alan as he realised what was happening😂
Steve Coogan is a genius!!!
This is one of the funniest things I've ever seen.
Never notice before how Jenny just silently mutters "IRA" to Alan at 3:28
proof that Steve Coogan is still a genius
I wish everyone could appreciate how spot on this is , Steve is a genius
Honestly, I must have watched it over 100 times. Perfect timing.
Just brilliant
I find it very hard to watch this clip...without laughing...genius 🤣🤣🤣
That is a brilliant accent. He's nailed it. That's pure talent.
I haven't laughed so hard since I first watched this. Had me in bits for a good 5 minutes.
The "come on Simon!" is as Irish a thing as you can get. Brilliant 😅
Absolutely hilarious. Comedy genius. Love this song by the Wolfe Tones.
The true beauty of this is how Coogan managed to get a song that he's always wanted to sing on the BBC, on to the BBC. TAL COOGAN!
Absolute comic perfection. This is the work of a genius. And OMG what a fantastic singing voice
When will Steve Coogan get the respect he deserves for being one of the greatest comedic actors of all time. Man is a genius.
He does. That's why most of us are here. What do you want? A statue on the 4th plinth in Trafalgar Square?
Best Irish accent ever.
"did I put in a haitch?"
"you did put an 'aitch"
Beautiful subtlety
Ah feck I did the haitch again
I love this. So accurate, the clothes and accent. My Mum was Irish and my Dad played in an Irish show band. At the end of the night at his gigs the rebel songs would be sung and my Mum used to tell me not to tell anyone. 😂
Too good. Master of many characters.