3 Hysterical Bernard Woolley Moments | Yes, Prime Minister | BBC Comedy Greats

Principal Private Secretary and King of One-Liners, here are some hilarious Bernard moments from Yes, Prime Minister.

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[jamescameron]

I never quite understood this show as a little boy. After 15+ years working in the UK public sector, I consider it sublime.

[juggler]

I've always delighted in the character of Bernard Woolley. In addition to his regular duties, he has to walk the almost impossible tightrope of loyalty to the Minister/Prime Minister, whom he likes more, and Sir Humphrey, whom he knows is more competent. So he sides with the former whenever he can, and with the latter when he feels he must. This always made the dynamics between the three a joy to watch. Kudos to Jay and Lynn for their superb writing, and to the incomparable Derek Fowlds for his brilliant acting.

[ash]

"Would you excuse us, dear lady?"
"Yes"

[boraradicevic]

- "My God!"
- "No, Bernard, it's just your boss!"

[andyray]

Sincerely adored Derek Fowlds for his portrayal of Bernard, which in my humble opinion is no less than the very best. He formed an unassailable trio with Nigel Hawthorne and Paul Eddington.

A genuinely nice and humble person too, as I observed from his interview just before his death. Rest in peace, Sir Bernard.

[julianaylor]

😁😆❤️
For someone who says he isn't the Prime Minister's mother in law, Sir Humphrey certainly interferes like one. 😆

[warwickshiressteam]

"Double acts" are common, but this must surely be the best ''triple act" in British comedy. Brilliant.

[adearthofconfusion]

I was introduced to this show by an aunt, who has passed since. When I watch these clips (and read the books) I can hear her laughing. We would watch the show together, and her favourite was Bernard. Thank you for posting this treat.
Mike in Canada

[josemaria]

Bernard is the most underrated character in british comedy

[johnpoiuz]

Bernard is perfect for the trio. His remarks and power to navigate these two people is amazing. Bravo

[paulanthonyguy]

”Sun readers don't care who runs the country, as long as she's got big tits”. Funniest punch line ever! You can see Nigel Hawthorne almost corpsing, he knew what was coming…
This show had brilliant scriptwriters as well as three amazing character actors. RIP Nigel, Derek and Paul.

[Delightfully_Witchy]

Bernard just about *ALWAYS* had the best line of the episode.

It's to the point where one has to figure it was the writers way of thanking the secretary who advised the show.

[PtolemyJones]

An amazing show, capable of rotating around numerous personalities, each stellar in their own way. Bernard could easily be considered the star with only a slight change of focus.

[ZATennisFan]

The line about the Sun readers has to be one of greatest comedic punchlines ever written and the delivery is spot on…

[chriselsom-whyimpssed-off]

One of the best three actor collaborations ever. Pure genius.

Positively brilliant series which only the British could do. The wonderful chemistry between the three main actors was always hugely evident. The series will never be overshadowed by a more clever and wonderful script and magnificent acting. It deserved every accolade it ever received as did the actors themselves.

[ibazulic]

Hacket's laugh at 0:39 is sooo fantastic <3 He genuinely enjoys every single situation where he can put Sir Humphrey in an awkward position. What a great show, with tremendously good acting crew.

[РангелИванов-мж]

The line about the bulgarian umbrellas got me cracking :)

[jeremy]

I know the other two get all the admiration a lot of the time, but Fowlds absolutely nailed it in his performances 😊

[Happyheretic]

Ohh, The Key, The Key … utter perfection!