One Foot In The Grave, The Beast In The Cage, 1992
Continuing a theme of looking back at Bank Holiday excursions as seen through the eyes of sitcom.
This particular episode from 1992, the fifth in series 3, will resonate with many people who’ve faced similar situations in Bank Holiday traffic.
Whilst the episode is set on a summer bank holiday it was filmed in winter near Luton — when, ironically, real cars were driving past the Meldrews during filming. This episode is set in real time in the Meldrews’ car.
Summary
A bank holiday day out turns into a nightmare when the Meldrews and Mrs. Warboys are stuck in a traffic jam staring at a horse’s backside for over four hours.
Attempting to lighten the mood with music, Victor finds a song about him (to the tune of Cwm Rhondda, a Welsh hymn) sung by his car mechanics.
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Cast
Victor Meldrew – Richard Wilson
Margaret Meldrew – Annette Crosbie
Jean Worboys – Doreen Mantle
Details
Channel: BBC1
Written By: David Renwick
Originally Transmitted: 23rd February 1992
Watch One Foot In The Grave on Britbox UK