Bottom (1991)

Kernel Score: 88% · 133 ratings

Genres: Comedy

First aired: 1991-09-17

Seasons: 3 · 18 episodes

Where to watch Bottom

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Richie Richard (socially awkward, sexually inexperienced) and Eddie Hitler (carefree alcoholic ) are two social outcasts living on the dole. Trapped together in a squalid flat in Hammersmith, London they are perpetually skint, bored and sexually frustrated. They spend their days scheming, bickering, and being nasty and sadistic to each other.

Bottom parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that this British sitcom features heavy alcoholism, crude sexual humor, and slapstick violence between two social outcasts.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Frequent slapstick violence and sadistic behavior between the two lead characters.
  • Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Sexual humor and references to sexual frustration are frequent.
  • Language: Moderate — Crude and coarse dialogue typical of dark British comedy.
  • Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — An alcoholic lead character and frequent drinking are central to the show.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

  • Adrian Edmondson as Edward Elizabeth Hitler
  • Rik Mayall as Richard Richard

Bottom FAQ

Is Bottom good?

Bottom has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 133 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Bottom?

In the US you can stream Bottom on Prime Video and buy it from Prime Video and Apple TV.

Is Bottom OK for kids?

Bottom is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this British sitcom features heavy alcoholism, crude sexual humor, and slapstick violence between two social outcasts.

What shows are like Bottom?

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