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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 2, Episode 4 - The Farewell Party

It is Ted's farewell do and all of his family and friends attend in fancy dress. But the night is a disaster as Ted learns that Corinna is a con-woman, and news arrives that Paul has been arrested for throwing an egg at the Prime Minister.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 10th November 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
Wayne Foskett Elvis Simcock
Nigel Hastings Simon Rodenhurst
Karen Drury Carol Fordingbridge
Tracy Brabin Sandra Pickersgill
Malcolm Hebden Eric (Barman)
Sarah-Jane Holm Jenny Simcock
Amanda Wenban Lucinda Shellmarsh
Malcolm Tierney Geoffrey Ellsworth-Smythe
Guest cast
William Simons Dale Monsal
Maggie Ollerenshaw Mrs Chadwick
Alexander Wilson Sergeant Mallet
David Fleeshman Sergeant Purkiss
Writing team
David Nobbs Writer
Production team
David Reynolds Director
David Reynolds Producer
Vernon Lawrence Executive Producer
Lance Tattersall Editor
Ian Fisher Production Designer
Ray Russell Composer

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