Basil (Fawlty Towers)

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Embrace the Madness: Celebrating Basil Fawlty's Hilarious Chaos!

Basil is the chaotic maestro of Fawlty Towers, juggling snobby guests and his neurotic staff. His razor-sharp wit collides with his volcanic temper, creating iconic comedic eruptions that fuel the hotel’s never-ending disasters.

Basil (Fawlty Towers) Trivia

What is the full name of the character Basil in Fawlty Towers? (Hard)
#1: Basil Fawlty
#2: Basil Smith
#3: Basil Johnson
#4: Basil Thompson
What is Basil Fawlty's profession? (Easy)
#1: Hotel Manager
#2: Chef
#3: Taxi Driver
#4: Gardener
0/0 Correct

Basil (Fawlty Towers) Fun Facts

Basil Fawlty, played by John Cleese, was inspired by a real-life hotel owner named Donald Sinclair, who had a famously rude demeanor and even threw a gust of wind out of his hotel when a guest wanted to check out early.
The character Basil Fawlty was originally supposed to be a secondary character, but John Cleese's portrayal was so compelling that he became the show's main protagonist.

Basil (Fawlty Towers) Polls

What is your favorite Basil Fawlty moment?
When he insults the guests
The "Don't mention the war" scene
His interactions with Manuel
The scene with the car crash
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What is your favorite quote from Basil Fawlty?
"Don't mention the war!"
"I’m afraid I just can’t stand the sight of you."
"This is all your fault!"
"You’re a complete...!"
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