British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide
Spanner's Eleven. Image shows from L to R: Albert Spanner (Ronnie Barker), Councillor Mortimer Todd (Bill Maynard). Copyright: BBC
Spanner's Eleven

Spanner's Eleven

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC Two
  • 1973
  • 1 pilot

Comedy pilot starring Ronnie Barker. Driver Albert Spanner tries to save his beloved past-time job, as manager of the failing local football team. Stars Ronnie Barker, Bill Maynard, Priscilla Morgan, John Cater, Louis Mansi and more.

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