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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 - 1974

Bob and Thelma are going to a fancy dress party on Christmas Eve and, inevitably, Terry has to get involved.

Further details

Having passed his driving test he just happens to be the taxi driver who turns up to take them there. Will they be able to enjoy themselves knowing that he's sat outside waiting to take them home afterwards?

Notes

This special was billed as 'The Likely Lads' thus bringing the series back to it's roots and effectively signalling the end for Bob and Terry.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 24th December 1974
Time
7:45pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
45 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
James Bolam Terry Collier
Rodney Bewes Bob Ferris
Brigit Forsyth Thelma Ferris nee Chambers
Norman Mitchell Jack
Guest cast
Lilian Verner Sylvia
Joanna Ross Andrea
John Crocker Police constable
John White Man in pub
Betty Bowden Woman in pub
Writing team
Dick Clement Writer
Ian La Frenais Writer
Production team
Bernard Thompson Producer
Tim Gleeson Production Designer

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