BACK in 1990, the show Vic Reeves’ Big Night Out was many viewers’ first introduction to the surreal comedy of Reeves and Mortimer – and also had playgrounds and pubs across the nation ringing with catchphrases including ‘What’s on the end of the stick, Vic?’ and ‘You wouldn’t let it lie!’

And despite the success of their subsequent shows, including Shooting Stars, The Smell of Reeves and Mortimer and House of Fools, Big Night Out still holds a special place in many fans’ hearts.

Now, the duo are bringing it back for an half-hour special that will reunite us with some of the old characters – and introduce us to a few new ones. There will also be songs, skits, stunts and of course, a lot of slapstick.

  • Vic & Bob’s Big Night Out (BBC2, 9pm)