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Delivering his wry observational humour in relaxed style over a cigarette and glass of whiskey, British comic genius Dave Allen was a TV comedy icon for over three decades. A regular in Australia in the 60s, Allen returned at his career peak to make The Dave Allen Show in Australia (1975–1977) for Channel Nine. Featuring the comedian's trademark debunking of religious and cultural taboos, these one-hour specials are filled with bizarre sketches, Allen’s sparkling live monologues, and feature his customary sign-off, “Goodnight, thank you, and may your god go with you.” Since his death in 2005, Allen has been revered as a master British comic, and these rarely seen Australian specials brilliantly showcase his cutting wit and irreverent style.