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Wodehouse Playhouse. Image shows left to right: John Alderton, Pauline Collins
Wodehouse Playhouse

Wodehouse Playhouse

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One / BBC Two
  • 1975 - 1978
  • 20 episodes (3 series)

Twenty of Wodehouse's short stories brought to the screen with John Alderton and Pauline Collins playing various characters. Also features PG Wodehouse.

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Series 2, Episode 1 - Anselm Gets His Chance

The reverend is unwell giving Anselm Mulliner the opportunity to deliver the sermon - one that rewards him with congregation adoration and riches beyond his wildest dreams.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 26th March 1976
Time
8:25pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
35 minutes

Cast & crew

Guest cast
John Alderton Rev. Anselm Mulliner
Pauline Collins Myrtle Jellaby
Thorley Walters Sir Leopold Jellaby
Desmond Llewelyn Rev. Sidney Gooch
Paul Curran Joe Beamish
Writing team
PG Wodehouse Writer
David Climie Writer (Adapted By)
Production team
Michael Mills Director
Michael Mills Producer
Ian McKendrick Editor
Derek Slee Lighting Designer
Raymond Jones Composer
Richard Henry Production Designer

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