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A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television
A Sharp Intake Of Breath

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1977 - 1981
  • 22 episodes (4 series)

David Jason stars as Peter Barnes, an average man forever struggling against red tape and bureaucracy. Also features Richard Wilson, Alun Armstrong and Jacqueline Clarke.

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Series 4, Episode 5 - The Weekend

Having bumped into an old army friend in the park, Peter and Sheila are invited to stay with him - 'Snogger' Sutcliffe - and his wife for the weekend at their country retreat.

Broadcast details

Date
Sunday 8th February 1981
Time
7:15pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
David Jason Peter Barnes
Jacqueline Clarke Sheila Barnes
Guest cast
Anthony Dawes Martin
Kate Williams Juliet
Paul Luty Farmer
Frank Marlborough Park Keeper
Writing team
Vince Powell Writer
Production team
Stuart Allen Director
Stuart Allen Producer
Don Fisher Production Designer
Barry Ford Casting Director
Hamilton J. Willis Lighting Designer
Ken Jones Composer

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