Is ChuckleVision on TV, when did it start, who was in the cast with brothers Barry and Paul and what was the theme tune?

CHUCKLEVISION fans were left devastated by the sudden passing of comedy legend Barry Elliott at age 73.

To celebrate the life and comedic genius of Barry Chuckle, the BBC are paying tribute to the star by allowing fans to rewatch Chucklevision one last time and here's how...

Is ChuckleVision on TV?

Following the news of Barry Chuckle's death, the BBC is paying tribute to one of their former icons by confirming fans will be able to watch ChuckleVision one last time.

From August 7, 2018, the 21st series of the iconic children's show will be available to stream on the

The 21st and final series of the slapstick sitcom originally aired in 2009, just over two decades after ChuckleVision's original 1987 release.

Alice Webb, director of BBC Children, paid tribute to the late comic in a statement: "Barry was loved by both the audience and his colleagues at BBC Children's."

"He'll be sorely missed by all who knew him. We hope by making the final ever series of ChuckleVision available that viewers old and new can enjoy Barry and Paul's unique brand of kids' comedy."

Who was in the cast with brothers Barry and Paul?

Each episode of the usually independent sitcom focused on the Chuckle brothers undergoing a job or adventure. This means that there wasn't often room for guest stars.

Most often, any extra characters were played by the Chuckle brother's elder siblings and double act, the Patton Brothers.

Jimmy Patton appeared more regularly than his younger brother, playing different employers who each had the same catchphrase of "No Slacking".

Brian also made sporadic appearances as a villain throughout the series run with the catchphrase,"Getoutofit!"

What was the theme tune?

The instantly recognisable theme tune was originally composed by Dave Cooke for its first episode and the theme tune has stuck ever since.

The simple but iconically catchy lyrics are:

[Verse 1]
Chu-chu-chucklevision
Chu-chucklevision
Chu-chu-chucklevision

[Verse 2]
Chu-chu-chucklevision
Chu-chucklevision

[Verse 3]
Chu-chu-chucklevision
Chu-chucklevision
Chu-chu-chucklevision