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Old Holmes

Old Holmes

Old Holmes is an A Bit of Fry & Laurie sketch with Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie portraying an elderly Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson.

7.64 Good

apps Top Old Holmes Alternatives

The top alternative to Old Holmes in 2026 is Dead Parrot with a score of 9.50/10, followed by The Spanish Inquisition (9.50) and The Argument Clinic (9.50).

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Dead Parrot

Dead Parrot

First broadcast on BBC One in 1969, Dead Parrot turns an ordinary complaint in a pet shop into an escalating dispute ove...

Classic British Absurdist Monty Python
9.50 Brilliant
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The Spanish Inquisition

The Spanish Inquisition

In this recurring sketch from Monty Python's Flying Circus, three red-robed inquisitors interrupt otherwise ordinary sce...

Catchphrase Historical British Absurdist
9.50 Brilliant
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The Argument Clinic

The Argument Clinic

A customer played by Michael Palin pays for five minutes of argument in The Argument Clinic, only to meet John Cleese's...

Classic British Wordplay Monty Python
9.50 Brilliant
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The Ministry of Silly Walks

The Ministry of Silly Walks

John Cleese's exaggerated movements drive The Ministry of Silly Walks, a Monty Python sketch that debuted in 1970. He pl...

British Physical Absurdist Bureaucracy
9.48 Excellent
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Are We the Baddies?

Are We the Baddies?

"Are We the Baddies?" is a comedic sketch from the 2006 British television series That Mitchell and Webb Look. Starring...

Satire British War Nazis
9.34 Excellent
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The Quiz Broadcast

The Quiz Broadcast

The Quiz Broadcast is a recurring post-apocalyptic sketch from the British television series That Mitchell and Webb Look...

British Dark Comedy Game Show Apocalypse
9.17 Excellent
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Remain Indoors

Remain Indoors

"Remain Indoors" is a recurring sketch from the British television comedy series "That Mitchell and Webb Look." Set in a...

Recurring British Game Show Apocalypse
9.05 Excellent
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Numberwang

Numberwang

Numberwang is a recurring absurdist sketch parodying television game shows, performed by David Mitchell and Robert Webb....

Recurring British Absurdist Game Show
8.96 Great
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Homeopathic A&E

Homeopathic A&E

"Homeopathic A&E" is a comedy sketch from the BBC series That Mitchell and Webb Look. It depicts a hospital accident and...

Medicine Satire British Mitchell And Webb
8.84 Great
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Angel Summoner and BMX Bandit

Angel Summoner and BMX Bandit

Angel Summoner and BMX Bandit is a recurring sketch from the British television series That Mitchell and Webb Look. The...

Recurring British Superheroes Mitchell And Webb
8.78 Great
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The Surprising Adventures of Sir Digby Chicken Caesar

The Surprising Adventures of Sir Digby Chicken Caesar

"The Surprising Adventures of Sir Digby Chicken Caesar" is a recurring series of sketches from the British television sh...

Adventure Recurring British Homelessness
8.76 Great
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Gift Shop Sketch

Gift Shop Sketch

The Gift Shop Sketch is a comedic segment from the British television series 'That Mitchell and Webb Look' that parodies...

British Museum Absurdist Shopping
8.53 Great
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Kill the Poor

Kill the Poor

"Kill the Poor" is a political satire sketch from the British television comedy program "That Mitchell and Webb Look." T...

Satire Politics Thought Experiment British
8.41 Great
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Avocado Bathroom

Avocado Bathroom

"Avocado Bathroom" is a comedic sketch from the British television series That Mitchell and Webb Look. The sketch featur...

British Shopping Social Satire Class
8.31 Great
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The Restaurant

The Restaurant

The Restaurant is an A Bit of Fry & Laurie sketch from the BBC comedy series written and performed by Stephen Fry and Hu...

Proposal British Dark Comedy Misunderstanding
8.22 Great
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The Football

The Football

The Football is a comedy sketch from the British television program That Mitchell and Webb Look, starring David Mitchell...

Satire British Broadcasting Sports
8.08 Great
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The Working-Class Voice

The Working-Class Voice

The Working-Class Voice is an A Bit of Fry & Laurie sketch satirising class performance through the deliberate adoption...

Satire Advertising British Class
8.03 Great
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The New Fuhrer

The New Fuhrer

The New Fuhrer is a comedy sketch performed by Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie on their British television series A Bit of F...

Satire British Office Nazis
7.89 Good
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Grammar Nazi

Grammar Nazi

Grammar Nazi is a comedy sketch from the British television series That Mitchell and Webb Look, created by and starring...

Language British Wordplay War
7.87 Good
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Peter and His Crust

Peter and His Crust

Peter and His Crust is an A Bit of Fry & Laurie sketch from the BBC series created and performed by Stephen Fry and Hugh...

Parody British Religion Bread
7.75 Good

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Old Holmes Action
Dead Parrot
Dead Parrot
Sketch Classic British Absurdist
9.50 Brilliant +1.86 Compare
The Spanish Inquisition
The Spanish Inquisition
Sketch Catchphrase Historical British
9.50 Brilliant +1.86 Compare
The Argument Clinic
The Argument Clinic
Sketch Classic British Wordplay
9.50 Brilliant +1.86 Compare
The Ministry of Silly Walks
The Ministry of Silly Walks
Sketch British Physical Absurdist
9.48 Excellent +1.84 Compare
Are We the Baddies?
Are We the Baddies?
Sketch Satire British War
9.34 Excellent +1.70 Compare
The Quiz Broadcast
The Quiz Broadcast
Sketch British Dark Comedy Game Show
9.17 Excellent +1.53 Compare
Remain Indoors
Remain Indoors
Sketch Recurring British Game Show
9.05 Excellent +1.41 Compare
Numberwang
Numberwang
Sketch Recurring British Absurdist
8.96 Great +1.32 Compare
Homeopathic A&E
Homeopathic A&E
Sketch Medicine Satire British
8.84 Great +1.20 Compare
Angel Summoner and BMX Bandit
Angel Summoner and BMX Bandit
Sketch Recurring British Superheroes
8.78 Great +1.14 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Old Holmes?
The top alternatives to Old Holmes in 2026 include Dead Parrot, The Spanish Inquisition, The Argument Clinic, The Ministry of Silly Walks, Are We the Baddies?. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Old Holmes compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Old Holmes scores 7.64/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Old Holmes worth it in 2026?
Old Holmes scores 7.64/10 in the Sketch category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Old Holmes?
Several alternatives to Old Holmes offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Old Holmes?
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How many alternatives to Old Holmes are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Old Holmes in the Sketch category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Old Holmes alternative has the highest rating?
Dead Parrot currently holds the highest rating among Old Holmes alternatives with a score of 9.50/10.
Can I use Dead Parrot instead of Old Holmes?
Dead Parrot is one of the top-rated alternatives to Old Holmes. While they serve similar purposes in the Sketch space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Old Holmes?
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How are Old Holmes alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
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Old Holmes vs Dead Parrot: which is better?
Old Holmes scores 7.64/10 while Dead Parrot scores 9.50/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Old Holmes vs The Spanish Inquisition: which is better?
Old Holmes scores 7.64/10 while The Spanish Inquisition scores 9.50/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Old Holmes vs The Argument Clinic: which is better?
Old Holmes scores 7.64/10 while The Argument Clinic scores 9.50/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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