Episodes
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A Moving Story | 19590211 | 20181223 (BBC7) 20210808 (BBC7) | David's sister, Anne, has her heart set on a new house so asks him to cajole... George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Mrs Bainbridge - Una Venning Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1958. David's sister, Anne, has her heart set on a new house and asks him to cajole Tony. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
A Slave Of Fashion | 19590204 | 20181216 (BBC7) 20210801 (BBC7) | David's father takes up art, much to his amusement - until he has to pose for a portrait... George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Mrs Bliss - Gladys Young Mr Bliss - Carleton Hobbs Lord Garland - William Mervyn Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1959. David's father takes up art, much to his amusement, until he has to pose for a portrait. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
A Spy In The Camp | 19590107 | 20181125 (BBC7) 20210711 (BBC7) | David needs to find a new secretary and finds himself landed with his boss's niece. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Mr Hood - Barry K Barnes Gwen Cherrell - Marcia Hammond Miss Robertson - Sheila Manahan Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minde Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1959. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
A Woman Scorned | 19590121 | 20181202 (BBC7) 20210718 (BBC7) | Phil asks David to help him with his ex-girlfriend, who is stymying his love-life. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Phil Bender - Donald Sinden Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet ‘Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Estelle Livingstone - Maxine Audley Wanda Goddard - Virginia Winter Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minde Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1959. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
An Expert In Confusion | 19590128 | 20181209 (BBC7) 20210725 (BBC7) | Tony enlists a reluctant David to keep an eye on the daughter of a family friend. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Ann Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Gwen Cherrell - Judy Tobin Mrs Tobin - Belle Chrystall Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1959. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Battle Of The Sexes | 19590304 | 20190901 (BBC7) 20211121 (BBC7) | Feathers fly when bachelor David Bliss gets caught up in a row between his parents. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about shy, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss starring George Cole. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Mrs Bliss - Gladys Young Mr Bliss - Carleton Hobbs Beginning in 1953, it ran for six series of 118 episodes concluding in 1969 - but few survive in the BBC archive. (A TV series was made in 1969). For the first seven episodes, David Tomlinson played David, but the rest starred the future star of The St Trinian's films - destined to find great fame as the dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's ‘Minder' - George Cole. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1959. Feathers fly when David gets caught up in a row between his parents. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Dangerous Company | 19590401 | 20190929 (BBC7) 20211219 (BBC7) | Having finished with Zoe, David finds himself a new girlfriend. But will Anne and Tony approve? George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Alexander - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Melissa - Maxine Audley Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1959. Having finished with Zoe, David finds a new girlfriend. Will Anne and Tony approve? George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
From 02-07-1957 | 19570702 | 20231008 (BBC7) 20231009 (BBC7) | David Bliss has met a ‘vision' at a party – could it lead to lasting romance? Starring George Cole. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne - Diana Churchill Tony - .Colin Gordon Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Heather Gray - Annette Kelly Jill Lesley - Denise Bryer The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in July 1957. David Bliss has met a 'vision' at a party - could it lead to lasting romance? George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
From 04-06-1957 | 19570604 | 20230910 (BBC7) 20230911 (BBC7) | A merry new neighbour causes consternation for the engaged, David Bliss. Starring George Cole. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne - Diana Churchill Tony - .Colin Gordon Penny Gaye - Petula Clark Helen Blair - Moira Lister Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in June 1957. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
From 09-07-1957 | 19570709 | 20231015 (BBC7) 20231016 (BBC7) | Sparks fly when David's friend, philandering airline pilot Phil Bender, moves in nearby. Starring George Cole. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Phil Bender - Donald Sinden Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Jacquie Thornton - Gwen Cherral Bobbi Gale - Carol Owen The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in July 1957. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. Sparks fly when David's friend, philandering Phil Bender, moves in nearby. Stars George Cole and Donald Sinden. From July 1957. | |
From 11-06-1957 | 19570611 | 20230917 (BBC7) 20230918 (BBC7) | David has to field awkward questions – just when is he going to marry his fiance, Penny? Starring George Cole. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - .Colin Gordon Penny Gaye - Petula Clark Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Mrs Gaye - Nan Kenway Mrs Foley - Virginia Winter Eric Foley - John Horsley Lisette, the Maid - Sally March Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. TThe BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in June 1957. Just when is David finally going to marry his long time fiance, Penny? George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
From 18-06-1957 | 19570618 | 20230924 (BBC7) 20230925 (BBC7) | With his engagement to Penny at an end, will David Bliss stay single for long? Starring George Cole. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne - Diana Churchill Tony - .Colin Gordon Mrs Bliss - Gladys Young Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Elsbeth Hobdon - Selwyn Morgan Mrs Hobdon - Molly Rankin Mr Hobdon - Humphrey Morton Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in June 1957. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
From 25-06-1957 | 19570625 | 20231001 (BBC7) 20231002 (BBC7) | After a number of burglaries in the village, Mr Bliss is determined to fix his temperamental burglar alarm. He's also pretty sure who the culprits are... Starring George Cole. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellowes - Diana Churchill Tony Fellowes - Colin Gordon Mr Bliss - Carleton Hobbs Mrs Bliss - Gladys Young Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards With: Sheila Manahan Tony Vickers Rolf Lefebvre The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in June 1957. The Bliss family are worrying about a burglar in the village. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
From 28-05-1957 | 19570528 | 20230903 (BBC7) 20230904 (BBC7) | David made a female friend on a business trip. Will it prove problematic for his engagement? Starring George Cole. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne - Diana Churchill Tony - .Colin Gordon Mrs Bliss - Gladys Young Mr Bliss - Carleton Hobbs Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Penny Gaye - Petula Clark Honor Marchant - Gwen Cherrall Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in August 1957. David made a female friend on a business trip. What will his fiance thing? George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Man At Bay | 19590318 | 20190915 (BBC7) 20211205 (BBC7) | An old flame of David's has womaniser Phil in her sights. David and Zoe come to the rescue. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Phil Bender - Donald Sinden Eve Gunning - Rosemary Miller John Gunning - Felix Felton Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1959. An old flame of David's has womaniser Phil in her sights. David and Zoe to the rescue! George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Maxine | 19570820 | 20140720 (BBC7) 20140721 (BBC7) 20160103 (BBC7) 20170917 (BBC7) 20210404 (BBC7) | Shy David Bliss needs courage to pursue Maxine, while his brother-in-law Tony battles to win a contract. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Ann - Diana Churchill Tony - Colin Gordon Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Maxine - Sarah Lawson TC Rowland - Hugh Manning Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in August 1957. David needs courage to pursue Maxine, while brother-in-law Tony battles to win a contract. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Mixed Feelings | 19590325 | 20190922 (BBC7) 20211212 (BBC7) | David has been dating Zoe for over a year. Is it time to make a commitment? Tony thinks so. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1959. David has been dating Zoe for over a year. Is it time to make a firmer commitment? George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Office Secrets | 19570813 | 20140713 (BBC7) 20140714 (BBC7) 20151227 (BBC7) 20170910 (BBC7) 20210418 (BBC7) | David Bliss gets entangled in the secretive love life of his secretary. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Ann - Diana Churchill Tony - .Colin Gordon Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Jennifer - Eleanor Summerfield Mr Hood - Barry K. Barnes Donald Hood - Desmond Carrington Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in August 1957. Bumbling David becomes entangled in his secretary's secretive love life. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Oh Brother | 19590225 | 20190825 (BBC7) 20211114 (BBC7) | Tony's flighty brother, Robin, causes all manner of confusion when he comes to stay. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. CAST: David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Robin Fellows - Frederick Treves Amanda Lee - Judith Stott Leonie Francis - Sheila Manahan Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to star in the St. Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's ‘Minder'. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1959. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Penny Gay's Return | 19570903 | 20140810 (BBC7) 20140811 (BBC7) 20160117 (BBC7) 20171001 (BBC7) 20210502 (BBC7) | Shy bachelor David Bliss has got some thinking to do when an old flame arrives in town. Stars George Cole as David Bliss, Petula Clark as Penny Gay, Diana Churchill as Anne Fellows, Colin Gordon as Tony Fellows, Sarah Lawson as Maxine Avery and animal impersonator Percy Edwards as 'Psyche' the Dog. Part of a run of 6 episodes from Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about shy, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. Beginning in 1953, it ran for six series of 118 episodes concluding in 1969 - but very few survive in the BBC archive. (A TV series was made in 1969). For the first 7 episodes, David Tomlinson played David, but the rest starred the future star of The St Trinian's films, destined to find great fame as the dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder - the late George Cole. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in September 1957. David has got some thinking to do when an old flame arrives in town. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Pleasure As Usual | 19590408 | 20191006 (BBC7) 20211226 (BBC7) | David is roped in when his father and Tony decide not to wear fancy dress at a costume ball. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Mrs Bliss - Gladys Young Mr Bliss - Carleton Hobbs Griselda Saltmarsh - Sheila Manahan Brinsley Tavistock - Tony Vickers Quentin Massingham - Rolf Lefebvre The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in April 1959. David is roped in when his father and Tony vow not to wear fancy dress at a costume ball. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
The Anniversary | 19590311 | 20190908 (BBC7) 20211128 (BBC7) | With Tony's wedding anniversary imminent, he asks David to help choose Anne's gift. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Daily Help - Ella Milne Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in March 1959. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
The Flat | 19570827 | 20140803 (BBC7) 20140804 (BBC7) 20160110 (BBC7) 20170924 (BBC7) 20210425 (BBC7) | David prepares to move back into his flat, but with warnings from Tony ringing in his ears. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Ann - Diana Churchill Tony - Colin Gordon Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Maxine - Sarah Lawson Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in August 1957. David prepares to move back into his flat, with warnings from Tony ringing in his ears. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
Two Dozen Red Roses | 19581231 | 20181118 (BBC7) 20210704 (BBC7) | When an old boyfriend calls, David's sister Anne suddenly feels taken for granted. Shy bachelor David tries to help. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Anne Fellows - Diana Churchill Tony Fellows - Colin Gordon Zoe Hunter - Sheila Sweet Psyche' the Dog - Percy Edwards Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1958. When an old boyfriend calls, Anne suddenly feels taken for granted. David tries to help. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
United They Stay | 19590218 | 20140817 (BBC7) 20140818 (BBC7) 20160124 (BBC7) 20171008 (BBC7) | Shy bachelor David Bliss fears the worst when a replacement manager pressurises him to chase an invoice. George Cole stars in Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss. David Bliss - George Cole Ann - Diana Churchill Tony - Colin Gordon Psyche the Dog - Percy Edwards Maynard Fillimore - Terence Alexander Marcia Hammond - Gwen Cherrall Mr Hood - Barry K Barnes Mrs Hood - Nan Kenway Six series of 118 episodes of A Life of Bliss ran on the BBC Home Service from 1953. It moved to BBC TV for a run of six episodes in 1969. Sadly very few episodes survive in the BBC archive, including the first seven starring David Tomlinson. His replacement George Cole went to to star in the St Trinian's films and later as dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder. The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in February 1959. David fears the worst when a replacement manager pressurises him to chase an invoice. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. | |
01 | Finding A Girlfriend | 19541020 | 20140706 (BBC7) 20140707 (BBC7) 20151213 (BBC7) 20170903 (BBC7) | Matchmakers galore target terribly shy and awkward bachelor David Bliss, who is feeling lost without a girlfriend... Starring George Cole as David Bliss, Petula Clark as Penny Gay, Percy Edwards as Psyche the dog, Diana Churchill as Ann, Colin Gordon as Tony, Gladys Young as Mrs Bliss, Ernest Jay as Mr Bliss, Gladys Henson as Mrs Henson, Elsa Palmer as the neighbour and Ruth Trouncer as Pauline. Godfrey Harrison's sitcom about bashful, bumbling bachelor David Alexander Bliss began in 1953 on the BBC Home Service and ran for six series of 118 episodes concluding in 1969 when a TV series was made. Sadly only 6 radio episodes survived in the BBC archive. For the first 7 episodes, David Tomlinson played David, but the rest starred the future star of The St Trinian's films, destined to find great fame as the dodgy Arthur Daley in ITV's Minder - George Cole. Announcer: Kenneth Kendall The BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenhoulet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1954. Matchmakers galore target shy bachelor David Bliss. George Cole stars as bashful, bumbling bachelor, David Alexander Bliss. |