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The World According to Smith & Jones

1987–19882 seasonsTerry Kinane
IMDb 7.9

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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.

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What is The World According to Smith & Jones (1987) about?

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.

Who stars in The World According to Smith & Jones?

The World According to Smith & Jones stars Mel Smith (Mel), Griff Rhys Jones (Griff). The series was created by Mel Smith.

How many seasons does The World According to Smith & Jones have?

The World According to Smith & Jones has 2 seasons. There are 12 episodes in total.

Is The World According to Smith & Jones worth watching?

The World According to Smith & Jones holds an IMDb rating of 7.9/10. Fans of Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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