May 1st 2024.
The beloved sitcom Frasier, starring Kelsey Grammer as the titular character, first graced our screens in 1993 and ran for a whopping 11 seasons before coming to an end in 2004. Despite its years on the air and daily reruns in the UK, it seems there is still more to discover about the show. In fact, one particular episode has been deemed 'banned' on Channel 4.
Fans may have noticed that season 11's episode entitled "High Holidays" is always skipped without any explanation. In this episode, Niles, played by David Hyde Pierce, is feeling remorseful for not rebelling as a teenager. In an attempt to make up for lost time, he indulges in a weed brownie. However, things take an unexpected turn when his father, Martin, accidentally eats the brownie and unknowingly gets high. Chaos ensues as Niles believes he is experiencing the effects of the drug while Martin goes wild raiding the snack cupboard and inventing "fridge pants." It's up to Frasier, the radio psychiatrist, to set things straight and assure his brother that he is not actually high.
The reason for Channel 4's decision to ban this episode is unknown, but it could possibly be due to its depiction of drug use. Despite its removal from the TV schedule, "High Holidays" remains a fan favorite and is available for streaming on demand.
One fan on the show's Reddit page expressed their surprise at Frasier, of all shows, being censored. Others shared their disappointment at not being able to watch the episode on TV, but were relieved to know it can still be seen through online platforms like All4.
In a recent reboot of the series, Kelsey Grammer reprised his role as Frasier Crane. This news was met with mixed reviews, but Grammer felt "vindicated" upon hearing that the series had been picked up for a second season. He shared his excitement with People Magazine, stating that he always knew they could do it and do it well. He also expressed his desire for the show to have a new story to tell and a new set of characters to tell it with.
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