Flushed Grollings

1 Star, 1. Poor: Lacks any coherent humor or appeal, failing completely to engage or amuse the audience.2 Stars, 2. Weak: This sketch has few redeeming qualities, with humor that falls flat and performances that don't deliver.3 Stars, 3. Below Average: Lacks consistent laughs, with uneven pacing or humor that doesn't quite land.4 Stars, 4. Average: An ordinary sketch with some humor, but it struggles to leave a lasting impression.5 Stars, 5. Above Average: Decent overall with enough humor to keep it engaging, but not particularly memorable.6 Stars, 6. Good: Solidly entertaining with some great moments, though it may lack some flair to make it standout.7 Stars, 7. Very Good: This sketch has notable humor and creativity, making it a strong and enjoyable watch.8 Stars, 8. Great: Very entertaining with consistent laughs and clever writing that impresses and delights.9 Stars, 9. Excellent: Exceptionally funny and well-crafted, this sketch captures perfect comedic timing and strong performances.10 Stars, 10. Masterpiece: This sketch is a comedic gem, delivering unparalleled laughter and originality that's unforgettable.

A customer (Stephen Fry) enters a hardware store and orders various items with absurd technical names like "flushed grollings," "greased nipples," and "parping couplets." The shop assistant (Hugh Laurie) expertly navigates the bizarre terminology, asking clarifying questions about specifications. The sketch is a masterful play on the already arcane nomenclature of actual hardware items, pushing it into comedic absurdity while maintaining the format of a real hardware shop conversation. The sketch ends with the customer slapping the assistant after he suggests something inappropriate.

Also known as "Hardware Shop" sketch. The sketch runs approximately 2 minutes and 28 seconds. The humor derives from the juxtaposition of realistic hardware shop customer service interactions with completely nonsensical product names, delivered with complete deadpan sincerity by both actors.