https://metro.co.uk/2020/06/11/fawlty-t ... n%20family.In light of the Black Lives Matter movement and conversations speaking out against racism hitting the mainstream, broadcasters are now reflecting on their TV content, with many shows recently being removed from streaming platforms after being deemed offensive. According to The Guardian, UKTV – a BBC-owned streaming service – has removed an episode of Fawlty Towers famous for John Cleese’s character Basil Fawlty shouting ‘don’t mention the war’ throughout. The classic comedy aired back in the 1970s and is still popular with fans today, but the episode in question is no longer available and UKTV haven’t specified why the platform has decided to remove it. ‘We aren’t commenting on individual titles. However, we regularly review our programmes, and make edits, add warnings and make schedule changes where necessary to ensure that our channels meet the expectations of our audience,’ a spokesperson for UKTV told the publication. The episode, titled The Germans, sees Basil Fawlty making comments about the second world war to a German family.
It also shows a guest at the hotel using racist language in relation to the West Indies cricket team and in one scene, Basil seems shocked at being treated by a black doctor in hospital.
Mmm. Favourite shows in the past 'Love thy Neighbour', 'Till Death us do Part', and many more which could finish up in the bin. Such a shame.