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The Best Of Enemies. Image shows from L to R: Wilkins (Deryck Guyler), Geoffrey Broom MP (Tim Barrett), Willie Gordon MP (Robert Coote). Copyright: Thames Television
The Best Of Enemies

The Best Of Enemies

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1968 - 1969
  • 5 episodes (1 series)

Two MPs of opposing parties are obliged to share an office at the House of Commons. Stars Robert Coote, Tim Barrett and Deryck Guyler.

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