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Hold The Sunset. Image shows from L to R: Phil (John Cleese), Roger (Jason Watkins), Edith (Alison Steadman). Copyright: BBC
Hold The Sunset

Hold The Sunset

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 2018 - 2019
  • 13 episodes (2 series)

Alison Steadman, John Cleese and Jason Watkins star in this sitcom as a widow, her boyfriend, and her adult son who has moved back home. Also features Rosie Cavaliero, Joanna Scanlan, Anne Reid, James Cosmo, Peter Egan and more.

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Series 2, Episode 5 - Damage Limitation

Hold The Sunset. Image shows from L to R: Roger (Jason Watkins), Georgie (Shauna MacDonald)
Roger, Georgie and Bob attend a children's party, and Edith is thrilled when Phil announces that Dugdale has made an offer on his house.

Further details

With her annoying sister Joan safely packed off home, Edith is thrilled when Phil announces that Jack Dugdale has made an offer on his house and he has accepted.

Now they can get on and plan their future together, starting by setting a date for their wedding. However, it transpires that romance is in the air for more than just the one couple.

Roger, Georgie and Bob attend a children's party, but are soon sent packing, while the family's portrayal in Wendy's book continues to cause angst.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 30th August 2019
Time
9pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Alison Steadman Edith
John Cleese Phil
Jason Watkins Roger
Rosie Cavaliero Wendy Stevens
Joanna Scanlan Sandra
Anne Reid Queenie Gale
James Cosmo Bob
Peter Egan Jack Dugdale
Shauna MacDonald Georgie
Guest cast
Khali Best Police Officer
Fiona Skinner 2nd Police Officer
Ignatius Duly Tommy
Susy Kane Tommy's Mum
Robert Gilbert Terry Baxter
Pippa Duffy Party Mum
Archer Brandon Boy at Front Door
Bryson Decker Boy at Party
Writing team
Charles McKeown Writer
Production team
Sandy Johnson Director
Moira Williams Producer
Humphrey Barclay Producer
Chris Sussman Executive Producer
Adam Bokey Editor
David Hitchcock Production Designer
Kevin Riddle Casting Director
June Nevin Costume Designer
Trevelyan Oliver Director of Photography
Nichola Bellamy Make-up Designer
Theo Vidgen Composer
Nick Gorman 1st Assistant Director
Gregor Sharp Commissioning Editor

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