BritBox has now added a warning regarding ‘woke’ content to their Some Mothers Do Ave Em Christmas special.
The streaming service shows a message at the start of the 1975 festive episode that says the show may ‘contains language and attitudes of the time that may offend.’
That particular episode prompted a slew of complaints of a homophobic slur as Michael Crawford’s character Frank Spencer is called a ‘p**f’ after dressing up as a pixie.
BritBox added a warning about ‘woken’ content to its Christmas comedy Some Mothers Do Ave Em. Michelle Dotrice and Michael Crawford are the principal characters.
Warning: This show contains language and attitudes that could offend viewers
This platform will screen both the 1975- and 1979 celebratory episodes of Are You Being Served?
John Inman portrays Mr Humphries, and gay rights organizations have criticized him for using the slogan “I’m free” in his role.
Britbox spokesmen said, “Programming for the service which contains potentially sensitive languages or attitudes of their age have been carried appropriate warnings depuis notre lancement to ensure that the right guidance is in effect.”
Oh dear: The episode in question prompted a slew of complaints of a homophobic slur as Michael Crawford’s character Frank Spencer is called a ‘p**f’ after dressing up as a pixie (right)
After a complaint from a viewer about Some Mothers Do Ave Em’s use of homophobic language, the BBC began an investigation into the show in April.
From February 1973 to December 1978, the British TV series was very popular. The show featured an accident-prone protagonist who failed in his attempts at holding down a job.
The 1975 Christmas Special features him as a pixie working in a department-store grotto. But there were concerns about the language.
Moving with the times. Viewers are advised that the show ‘Contains language, attitudes and time-appropriate content’
Frank declares: “I’m chief of the Pixies. But I’m also the friend to all the little girls and boys.”
A boy turns to him and replies: ‘Oh no you’re not, you’re a p**f.’
Frank responds: ‘I beg your pardon! You can block your ears.
After a BBC Two repeat, a viewer raised concerns. The Beeb’s internal watchdog launched an investigation into the matter.
Favorite family TV show: From February 1973 to December 1978, the British program was popular with viewers who enjoyed watching the character that is accident-prone struggle to find a job.
According to the Times, the editorial guidelines were not breached by the watchdog.
One BBC spokesperson stated that attitudes and language can change with time. We try to inform viewers when we see something offensive, inappropriate or obsolete.
Little Britain and Blackadder are some of the British classic shows that include warnings from the beginning.
Warnings about sensitive content are included in Little Britain, Blackadder, and League of Gentlemen.