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A Bit Of A Do. Ted Simcock (David Jason). Copyright: Yorkshire Television
A Bit Of A Do

A Bit Of A Do

  • TV sitcom / comedy drama
  • ITV1
  • 1989
  • 13 episodes (2 series)

A David Nobbs-penned comedy about class and how it affects people's actions and opinions. Also features David Jason, Gwen Taylor, Nicola Pagett, Paul Chapman, Stephanie Cole and more.

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Series 1, Episode 6 - The Registry Office Wedding

It is the day of Neville and Liz's wedding but Laurence's recent suicide casts a cloud over proceedings. There is brighter news for Rita though, as she attends with a new man and Jenny and Paul reunite due to Jenny's pregnancy. The wedding breakfast takes place at the restaurant in which Ted now works and he must endure the embarrassment of waiting on his former wife and lover.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 17th February 1989
Time
9pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
60 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
David Jason Ted Simcock
Gwen Taylor Rita Simcock
Nicola Pagett Liz Rodenhurst
Stephanie Cole Betty Sillitoe
Tim Wylton Rodney Sillitoe
Michael Jayston Neville Badger
David Thewlis Paul Simcock
Wayne Foskett Elvis Simcock
Nigel Hastings Simon Rodenhurst
Karen Drury Carol Fordingbridge
Tracy Brabin Sandra Pickersgill
Sarah-Jane Holm Jenny Simcock
Guest cast
David Yelland Gerry Lansdown
Fred Pearson Monsieur Albert
Philip Bird Andrew Denton
Writing team
David Nobbs Writer
Production team
David Reynolds Director
David Reynolds Producer
Vernon Lawrence Executive Producer
John Allen Editor
Ian Fisher Production Designer
Ray Russell Composer

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