British Comedy Guide

Dead Ernest

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1982
  • 7 episodes (1 series)

Ernest Springer ends up in heaven after being hit between the eyes by a champagne cork while celebrating his big win on the pools. Stars Andrew Sachs, Ken Jones, Harry Fowler, Janet Rawson and Zena Walker

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Series 1, Episode 3

It's always a nerve-wracking experience being interviewed for a job but, when it's for his first job in heaven, Ernest is told he will have to undergo a trial period and examination.

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 1st March 1982
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
25 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Andrew Sachs Ernest Springer
Ken Jones Archangel Derek
Harry Fowler Cherub Fred
Janet Rawson Archangel Doreen
Guest cast
John Le Mesurier Head of Plagues
John Grieve Doctor
John Quentin Cherub Beavis
Writing team
John Stevenson Writer
Julian Roach Writer
Production team
Alan Wallis Director
Alan Wallis Producer
Tony Charles Producer
Allan McKeown Executive Producer
Don Davidson Production Designer

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