British Comedy Guide
Potter. Redvers Potter (Arthur Lowe). Copyright: BBC
Potter

Potter

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1979 - 1983
  • 20 episodes (3 series)

Redvers Potter suddenly finds himself facing enforced retirement when his family sweet firm, Pottermints 'the hotter mints', is taken over. Stars Arthur Lowe, Robin Bailey, Noel Dyson, John Barron, John Warner and more.

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- Series 2, Episode 7

Potter has decided to try a new role as a tourist guide for foreigners - but his approach is more likely to lead to a declaration of war.

Broadcast details

Date
Wednesday 9th April 1980
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Arthur Lowe Redvers Potter
Noel Dyson Aileen Potter
John Barron The Vicar
John Warner 'Tolly' Tolliver
Honor Shepherd Diana Tolliver
Brenda Cowling Jane
Guest cast
Nigel Skeet Male driver
Raymond Brodie French man
Eve Shickle French woman
Olive Costello Woman in street
Mark Holmes Barman
Writing team
Roy Clarke Writer
Production team
Peter Whitmore Producer
Gloria Clayton Production Designer

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