Naked Video - Ron Bain - 1986 May 2026

: Bain performed alongside comedy legends including Gregor Fisher , Andy Gray, Tony Roper, and Elaine C. Smith.

, a seminal BBC Scotland sketch show, premiered on BBC2 on May 12, 1986, featuring Ron Bain as a key member of its original all-star cast. Transitioning from the popular Naked Radio series, the show became a cornerstone of 1980s British alternative comedy, known for its sharp political satire and character-driven sketches. The Evolution of a Comedy Powerhouse NAKED VIDEO - RON BAIN - 1986

: Originally a BBC Radio Scotland hit, the show moved to television after a successful stage run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 1985. : Bain performed alongside comedy legends including Gregor

'Naked Video' actor and director Ron Bain dies aged 79 - BBC Transitioning from the popular Naked Radio series, the

: Each episode featured a rapid-fire mix of satirical sketches, character monologues, and musical numbers.

Naked Video ran for five series (30 episodes) until 1991. It served as a launching pad for major comedic talent, with writers including , Steve Coogan , and Rik Mayall contributing to its scripts. The show's influence is still felt in modern Scottish comedy, having established the "Comedy Unit" style that dominated BBC Scotland for decades.