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The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC
The Liver Birds

The Liver Birds

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1969 - 1996
  • 86 episodes (10 series)

Sitcom exploring the lives and loves of two young, single females sharing a flat together in Liverpool. Stars Nerys Hughes, Polly James, Elizabeth Estensen, Pauline Collins, Mollie Sugden and more.

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Series 8, Episode 7 - The Struggle

Sandra's big day arrives and her mother has arranged everything to perfection - and at great expense. All is prepared except for the fact that Derek has been offered a post in Africa to study the mating habits of the greater ape! Carol tries her best to advise her friend.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 4th November 1977
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Nerys Hughes Sandra Hutchinson
Elizabeth Estensen Carol Boswell
Mollie Sugden Thelma Hutchinson
Michael Angelis Lucian
Ray Dunbobbin (as Ray Dundobbin) Mr Boswell
Jack Le White Grandad
Carmel McSharry Mrs Boswell
Tom Chadbon Derek Paynton
William Moore Mr Hutchinson
Guest cast
Jackie Fishel Barbara
Valerie Phillips Dadonna
John Jardine Vicar
Neil Kennedy Man in Taxi Office
Writing team
Carla Lane Writer
Production team
Roger Race Producer
Antony Thorpe Production Designer

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