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Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1973 - 1974
  • 27 episodes (2 series)

Colour sequel to the hit 1960s sitcom, The Likely Lads. Terry returns from the army to discover his friend Bob is now engaged and looking to better himself. Stars James Bolam, Rodney Bewes, Brigit Forsyth, Sheila Fearn, Bill Owen and more.

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Series 1, Episode 4 - Moving On

When Terry sees the changes that have happened to his home town since he's been away, he is horrified. The labour exchange add to his misery by sending him for a job interview with a company who's staff are all too familiar. He decides to seek out Hughie, an old army buddy, in deepest Berwickshire.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 30th January 1973
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
James Bolam Terry Collier
Rodney Bewes Bob Ferris
Sheila Fearn Audrey
Elizabeth Lax Wendy
Guest cast
Ronald Lacey Ernie
Effie Morrison Landlady
Iain Blair Hughie
Writing team
Dick Clement Writer
Ian La Frenais Writer
Production team
Jack Gilbert Producer
Allan Anson Production Designer

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