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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 2, Episode 1 - Absent Friends

A honeymoon skiing in Norway seems an ideal location for Bob and Thelma to start their married life, far away from Terry's influence. But you never can tell, especially when he is looking after the marital home and has his eye on Susan, Thelma's sister.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 1st January 1974
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
James Bolam Terry Collier
Rodney Bewes Bob Ferris
Brigit Forsyth Thelma Ferris nee Chambers
Bill Owen George Chambers
Anita Carey Susan Chambers
Guest cast
Terry Scully Chauffeur
Constantin de Goguel Hotel porter
Writing team
Dick Clement Writer
Ian La Frenais Writer
Production team
Bernard Thompson Producer
Tim Gleeson Production Designer

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