Smack the Pony (1999)

7.3 (21 votes)

3 Seasons

March 19, 1999

English

Comedy

Synopsis

The stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips. Distinctly contemporary. Decidedly maverick.

Network

Channel 4

Episodes

Episode 1

Mar 19, 1999

24 min

Always stretch properly before entering the swimming pool. Do people walk dogs or dogs walk people? And, really, what should you expect when you visit someone's living room for some spiritual healing?

Episode 2

Mar 26, 1999

23 min

Be careful who you let use the photocopier before you. There's a graphic response to the question, do you like my outfit? And two women try to enjoy the great outdoors without bumping into anyone.

Episode 3

Apr 2, 1999

24 min

An exuberant case of mistaken identity. A photocopier malfunction gets a little bit cheeky. Do vitamin supplements work? And a door-stepper is pleased to be invited in, but gets a nude awakening.

Episode 4

Apr 9, 1999

24 min

The heights some go to for a smoke. A home viewing gives new meaning to chimney breast. A holidaymaker gets ahead on postcard writing. And Zara Vixen Bitch Warrior faces... Susan in Girlie Fighter 3.

Episode 5

Apr 16, 1999

24 min

What happens when a surgeon pushes boundaries of medical science? Having something on one's face at a party can really escalate. Nobody likes a partner who has the audacity to sleep when you can't.

Episode 6

Apr 23, 1999

24 min

Flouting the dress code on the production line. Nurses - they're fun, right? Is pulling on a cow's big old long udders any job for a woman? And does anyone enjoy working on a quacking spreadsheet?

Episode 7

Apr 30, 1999

24 min

The intricacies of approaching someone you fancy in the office. Intrusive thoughts continue to be a problem for one woman. And a shelf stacker slightly misinterprets the subtle art of shelf stacking.