A controversial skit in the final episodes of The Benny Hill Show featured Hill’s character as a lecherous old man chasing young women, culminating in a suggestive scene that many viewers found distasteful. The backlash was immediate, with critics and feminist groups calling it sexist and out of touch.
By the early ’90s, as TV became more socially conscious, shows like The Benny Hill Show, once known for outdated humor, faced increasing criticism. This reflected a larger cultural shift toward more responsible television.
The SCENE That Took the Benny Hill Show off the Air for Good
