British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 5th January 1962

BBC radio microphone. Copyright: BBC 7:31pm
30 min
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 4, Episode 17 - The Invitation

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:45pm
30 min
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Comedy Playhouse, Episode 1 - The Offer

Harold threatens Albert that he will get a new job if his dad doesn't treat him honestly. He's already received an offer, and he's not afraid to load up the cart and leave the family home - and business - for good.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:55pm
25 min
Bootsie And Snudge. Image shows from L to R: Claude Snudge (Bill Fraser), 'Excused Boots' Bisley (Alfie Bass)

Bootsie And Snudge

Series 2, Episode 11 - Baby On The Doorstep

Hugely successful spin-off from The Army Game, following Bootsie after his demobbing.

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