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The Mighty Boosh (series 2)
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The Mighty Boosh
s second series was originally broadcast between 25 July 2005 and 30 August 2005. The series features five main cast members: Julian Barratt
, Noel Fielding
, Rich Fulcher
, Michael Fielding
and Dave Brown
. The second series centers around Howard Moon and Vince Noir (Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding), and the adventures they have whilst living in their flat. A DVD of the series was released on 13 February 2006 in Region 2, and on 21 July 2009 in Region 1.
, England where Howard Moon and Vince Noir, Naboo the Enigma and Bollo the Ape moved into after leaving the Zoo-niverse
. Many of the episodes revolve around Howard and Vince's attempts at building a career out of their band, often leaving the flat during their adventures. The adventures of Naboo, now a freelance shaman, and Bollo, now Naboo's familiar
, often serve as a subplot.
Unlike the first series, (which by the plots were based upon the radio series) series 2 storylines were completely original and introduced new characters such as the Moon and Old Gregg, as well as a reappearance of the Hitcher from series 1.
The Mighty Boosh (TV series)
The Mighty Boosh is a British comedy television show created by Julian Barratt, Noel Fielding and others . The Mighty Boosh is a comic fantasy containing humour and pop-culture references. Episodes often featured elaborate musical numbers in different genres, such as electro, heavy metal, funk, and...
s second series was originally broadcast between 25 July 2005 and 30 August 2005. The series features five main cast members: Julian Barratt
Julian Barratt
Julian Barratt is an English comedian, musician, music producer and actor. Barratt is best known for playing the character of Howard Moon in the cult comedy The Mighty Boosh, which he also co-writes with comedy partner, Noel Fielding.-The Mighty Boosh:Barratt stars as the character Howard Moon...
, Noel Fielding
Noel Fielding
Noel Fielding is a British artist, comedian and actor. He is known for his roles as Vince Noir in The Mighty Boosh, which he co-writes with comedy partner Julian Barratt, and as team captain on the music panel show Never Mind the Buzzcocks.-Stand-up comedy:Noel Fielding performed regularly as a...
, Rich Fulcher
Rich Fulcher
Rich Fulcher is an American comedian and author based in the United Kingdom. He is best known for co-starring in the British comedy series The Mighty Boosh, alongside comedy duo Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding.-Early life:...
, Michael Fielding
Michael Fielding
Michael Fielding, more commonly known as Mike Fielding, is a comedian and actor. He was born 1981 in Westminster, London, England and raised in Mitcham, Surrey.-Career:...
and Dave Brown
Dave Brown (comedian)
Dave Brown is a British comedian, choreographer designer and photographer.He is most famous for his work with The Mighty Boosh.His most prominent role is that of Bollo the ape...
. The second series centers around Howard Moon and Vince Noir (Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding), and the adventures they have whilst living in their flat. A DVD of the series was released on 13 February 2006 in Region 2, and on 21 July 2009 in Region 1.
Setting
The series is set in a flat in DalstonDalston
Dalston is a district of north-east London, England, located in the London Borough of Hackney. It is situated northeast of Charing Cross. The area is identified in the London Plan as one of 35 major centres in Greater London...
, England where Howard Moon and Vince Noir, Naboo the Enigma and Bollo the Ape moved into after leaving the Zoo-niverse
The Mighty Boosh (series 1)
The Mighty Booshs first series was originally broadcast between 18 May 2004 and 6 July 2004. The series features five main cast members; Julian Barratt, Noel Fielding, Rich Fulcher, Michael Fielding and Dave Brown. The first series centers on Howard Moon and Vince Noir , and the adventures they...
. Many of the episodes revolve around Howard and Vince's attempts at building a career out of their band, often leaving the flat during their adventures. The adventures of Naboo, now a freelance shaman, and Bollo, now Naboo's familiar
Familiar spirit
In European folklore and folk-belief of the Medieval and Early Modern periods, familiar spirits were supernatural entities believed to assist witches and cunning folk in their practice of magic...
, often serve as a subplot.
Production
A second series was commissioned by the BBC in July 2004, after the success of the first series. This was followed by extensive writing sessions, lasting until the actual filming, which took place from June to July 2005.Unlike the first series, (which by the plots were based upon the radio series) series 2 storylines were completely original and introduced new characters such as the Moon and Old Gregg, as well as a reappearance of the Hitcher from series 1.
Reception
The second series of The Mighty Boosh was the first BBC programme to be made available online before being shown on television, a method which drew in at least 36,000 viewers.Episodes
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External links
- Series 2 at the BBCBBCThe British Broadcasting Corporation is a British public service broadcaster. Its headquarters is at Broadcasting House in the City of Westminster, London. It is the largest broadcaster in the world, with about 23,000 staff...
- Series 2 at TV.comTV.comTV.com is a website owned by CBS Interactive. The site covers television and focuses on English-language shows made or broadcast in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and Japan...