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Yes, Grand Moff was a popular British sitcom set during the days of the Empire. The show ran for two seasons and was a sequel to the show Yes, Moff. Throughout it's two seasons, the show recorded some twenty episodes. The show was named "Yes, Grand Moff" because it was a recurring line (and usually the last line) in the show.
Yes, Grand Moff was directed by George Lucas, which led to the burning of dolls of Jar Jar Binks with Lucas' face on them.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The T.V show followed a host of characters, but focused primarily on the fictional Grand Moff Berk. The story focused on Berk's struggle to build the ultimate weapon, a station named the Froth Bar. Throughout the seasons, the Grand Moff struggled to earn the necessary resources and was forced to deal with a host of ridiculous scenarios occurring as the station was under construction.
Season 1 was primarily humorous, but as the show progressed into Season 2 it became increasingly more dramatic and serious. It began to deal with the social and political issues of the time, such as the slaughter of everyone onboard the real Death Star and the Banana Rights Movement. Towards the end of the show, the Froth Bar actually became fully opperational. A captured Banana Rights Activist was brought onboard and, when she refused to reveal the location of their Fruit Refugee Primary Camp, he tested the Froth Bar on her homeworld of AlderHey. The entire population was turned to Vodka, and harvested by the Froth Bar for sale in various cantinas.
In the final episode, the Froth Bar discovered the location of the camp, and moved in to destroy it. The Activists launched a hasty response, attempting to fire a Cruton Torpedo into the Vodka Harvesting Shaft which would destroy the ship. Mere seconds before Berk was about order the Vodkaification of the surface, his Executive Officer seized command, unwilling to see another world suffer such a fate. Meanwhile, the Activists launched two Cruton torpedoes into the shaft.
The series ends with a scene of the Froth Bar exploding magnificently, and Bananas on the surface dancing in celebration. Cutting back to space however, a shuttle can be seen speeding away from the wreckage, and the XO can be heard saying "Yes, Grand Moff." before the credits roll.
Characters[edit | edit source]
Grand Moff Berk - Grand Moff Berk was the main character, and the same as Moff Berk from Yes, Moff. It is widely believed that Grand Moff Tarkin was the inspiration for Berk. Grand Moff Berk was played by Steven Cushing, even though Christopher Lee had played Moff Berk.
Line Captain Expendable - Expendable, despite his name, was the second major character. He was frequently at odds with the Grand Moff, and was often the character to say "Yes, Grand Moff". Expendable was played by Generic Actor #12.
Commander Jackson - Commander Jackson was incharge of resource management. He was suspected of being a relative of Michael Jackson, and died in Season 2. Jackson was played by Anonymous.
Ensign Lackey - Ensign Lackey, who appeared in Star Wars as a Lieutenant in Episode V, was the Grand Moff's protege. He was frequently killed, cloned, killed again and re-cloned. Lackey was played by Shirted Red.
Yes, Grand Moff also featured a large special guest and regular guest cast. Amongst the special guests were Fleet Admiral Kendal Ozzel, Admiral Daala and Grand Moff Tarkin himself.
Critical Reaction[edit | edit source]
At first, the show received excellent reviews and ratings, until it was revealed that Lucas in fact killed Ensign Lackey repeatedly in reality. The Royal Society For The Perpetual Cruelty To Lower Ranked Officers In Navies and it's parent organisation, LucasArts, were both brought in to help deny the claims. Despite this, they were fined $250,000 (£125,000 or 6,000 Dog Treats) and the production company considered pulling the show. Despite this, it continued and went on to be a huge success.
When the show entered it's Second Season, additional criticism arose. Many people believed Lucas had stolen the idea from the barely known Yes, Prime Minister and Yes, Minister shows - similar accusations were made about Yes, Moff. To help crush this criticism, Steven Cushing call on his friend (alternatively known as his alter ego) Steven Crushing. All complaints were, quite literally, crushed and later sold as various products.
There was also a great deal of criticism over the decision to use Pink Fluffy Bunny Slippers instead of boots on Grand Moff Berk. They claimed this was based off Grand Moff Tarkin - claims which were denied repeatedly. On the whole however, the show was highly successful.
“Yes, Grand Moff is truly a masterpiece. Everyone should see this! Grilled Ewok, anyone?”
Music[edit | edit source]
Yes, Grand Moff featured a host of unoriginal music. The main theme was taken from Grandmoff Tarkin's album. Specifically, the main theme was Burn Rebel, Burn and was performed by Carrie Fisher. Grand Moff Berk's theme Dance, Dance, Vader - Dance! was also from the album.
“O 'eck, it hurts!”
Budget And Advertisement[edit | edit source]
The show was renowned for it's low budget, and many of the sets were constructed from various Lego pieces. The advertisement schemes suffered because of this also, as can be shown by the cheap, low quality poster. The Froth Bar itself was believed to have been stolen from the set of Star Wars, and George Lucas was forced to sue himself.
Possible Movie[edit | edit source]
There are rumours circulating around that a movie, continuing from where the Season 2 finale left off, is in production. Carrie Fisher has mentioned she is in talks regarding playing Berk in a possible movie or spin-off. The film would be entitled Yes, Grand Admiral and revolve around the story now-Grand Admiral Berk and his fight to construct a new Froth Bar.
“From what I've been told, my character (Berk) is trying to rebuild some weapon (The Froth Bar). Apparently, he appeals to Darth Vader, who tells him that if he's to gain permission, he must out-dance General Veers.”
Memorable Quotes[edit | edit source]
- Yes, Grand Moff! - Virtually every character
- Now, I shall demonstrate the power of this FULLY operational intoxicational facility! - Grand Moff Berk, The Test (Season 2)
- Bananas do not concern me Grand Moff. I want that Apple, not excuses. - Darth Vader, The Emperor's Apple (Season 1)
- With this weapon Grand Moff Berk, you can turn Smugglers everywhere into Vodka! - Admiral Ozzel, The Executioner (Season 1))
- Long live the Empire! Long life Grand Moff Berk! - a random Ensign, moments before the Froth Bar explodes in Gavin IV, Part II (Season 2 finale)
- The Froth Bar is secure. There is no Rebel attack. - Muhammad Saeed al-Sahhaf on the Imperial News Network, as the Froth Bar explodes behind him