[foot-loose]

Because the point of a running gag is that you retire it then bring it back........that's what makes it a running gag.

[Andy B]

He never ceases to make me smile..........He's always a little horny too.

[Boboff]

This is true, however, I reckon very few people would disagree with me on this. If not, I'll happily shut up.

I would compare it to the humor you associate with such greats as the Chuckle Brothers and Jo Brand, Basil Brush and Dom Jolly.

Or the fascination in watching Jeremy Kyle until you realize its the same 4 scripts ( you shagged and lied- is it mine?, You did weed and beat me now me Mam says you're a twat, you left me in care you bitch, Dad you're a pisshead sort your life out or you will die)

Still it does take all sorts, and as running gags go, it's ok.