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Away For Christmas20111224Harold's Majorca-bound, but he's not told Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.
0101The Offer1966070320110506/08/09 (BBC7)
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After a row with his father Albert, Harold decides to leave their rag and bone business and take up another offer of employment.

Adapted for BBC radio from Galton and Simpson's TV script by Gale Pedrick.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1966.

As the rag and bone men argue, Harold is set to leave. Adapted from TV.

0102The Bird1966071020110513 (BBC7)
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Harold Steptoe is furious when his date Roxanne is late for dinner.

Roxanne - Marion Stone

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1966.

Harold is furious when his date is late for dinner. Starring Harry H Corbett.

010365 Today1966071720110520 (BBC7)
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Albert Steptoe's 65th birthday outing turns into a disaster for his son Harold.

Ian Burford

David Charlesworth

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1966.

Albert's birthday outing turns into a disaster. Adapted from TV. From July 1966.

0104The Stepmother1966072420110527 (BBC7)
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Harold's not too happy to meet his dad Albert's new girlfriend.

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

Emma - Joan Lovell

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1966.

Harold is not happy to meet Albert's new girlfriend. Starring Wilfrid Brambell.

0105The Economist1966073120110603 (BBC7)
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Fuming Harold decides their rag and bone business needs some bite.

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

With Ian Burford.

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1966.

Fuming Harold decides the business needs some bite.

0106Wallah, Wallah, Catsmeat1966080720110610/13 (BBC7)
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The rag and bone business falters when Hercules the horse needs a vet.

The Vet - Eric Woodburn

Lionel - Leslie Dwyer

Charlie - Peter Hawkins.

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1966.

The business falters when the horse needs a vet. Adapted from TV.

0107The Diploma1966081420110617 (BBC7)
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Harold Steptoe drops a bombshell by quitting the family rag and bone business for a new career as a TV repair man.

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1966.

Harold quits for a new career as a TV repair man. Adapted from TV.

0108Steptoe A La Carte1966082120110624 (BBC7)
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After meeting Monique on his round, Harold's hoping he's found true love with a French twist.

But what will she make of his dad Albert?

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

Monique - Gwendolyn Watts

The Butler - Ian Burford

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1966.

Harold hopes he's found true love on his round.

0109The Holiday1966082820110701/02 (BBC7)
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Harold fancies a holiday by himself in France, but his father Albert is not so keen.

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

Doctor - Colin Gordon

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1966.

Harold fancies a holiday in France, but Albert is not so keen.

0110The Bath1966090420110708 (BBC7)
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Harold's plan for a proper bathroom upset his father Albert.

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

Delia/Martine - Marion Stone

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966.

Harold's plans for a bathroom upset Albert.

0111The Lead Man Cometh1966091120110715 (BBC7)
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Just as Albert and Harold are needing to economise, the rag and bone men are made an irresistible offer.

Welsh Hughie - Leonard Rossiter

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966.

The rag and bone men get an irresistible offer.

0112The Musical Evening1966091820110722 (BBC7)
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War erupts in the rag and bone yard, when Albert takes action over music-loving Harold's gramophone.

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966.

Albert takes action over Harold's gramophone. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

0113The Bonds That Bind Us1966092520110729 (BBC7)
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After a win on the premium bonds, Albert starts splashing the cash and brings home a young gold digger.

Madge - Yootha Joyce

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1966.

Loaded Albert brings home a young gold digger. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

0201The Siege Of Steptoe Street1967061120110805/06 (BBC7)
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Albert and Harold are besieged by all their creditors demanding money.

Stacey the Butcher - Robert Dorning

The Man - Michael McLean

The Bailiff - Alan Dudley

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1967.

Albert and Harold's creditors are after payment!

0202Pilgrim's Progress1967061820110812 (BBC7)
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Old soldier Albert is eager to revisit the First World War battlefields of Flanders, but Harold's in the mood to mock.

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1967.

Old soldier Albert is keen to revisit Flanders.

0203The Wooden Overcoats1967062520110819 (BBC7)
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Trouble ensues when Harold brings home two coffins on the cart, sparking a burst of manic superstition from Albert.

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in June 1967.

Two coffins lead to a burst of superstition.

Two coffins lead to a burst of manic superstition. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From June 1967.

0204Sunday For Seven Days1967070220110826 (BBC7)
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Harold lives to regret taking his dad Albert to the cinema.

Peter Hawkins

Nigel Clayton.

Marianne Stone

Beth Boyd

Adapted for BBC radio from the TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Harold regrets taking Albert to the cinema.

Harold regrets taking Albert to the cinema. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From July 1967.

0205The Piano1967070920110902 (BBC7)
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Harold and Albert strike the wrong chord with a grand piano in a top-floor flat.

Man - Brian Oulton

Policeman - Alan Simpson

Adapted for radio from Galton and Simpson's TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Harold battles with a piano in a top-floor flat.

Harold battles with a piano in a top-floor flat. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From July 1967.

0206My Old Man's A Tory1967071620110909/10 (BBC7)
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Angry Albert disrupts Harold's Labour party meeting.

Stonelake - Dudley Foster

Miss Frobisher - Beth Boyd

Adapted for radio from Galton and Simpson's TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Starring Wilfrid Brambell as Albert and Harry H Corbett as Harold. With Dudley Foster as Stonelake and Beth Boyd as Miss Frobisher.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962. The Offer was set in a house with a yard full of junk, featuring the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and his son Harold and it was the spark for a run of 8 series for TV.

Angry Albert disrupts Harold's Labour party meeting. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From July 1967.

0207Homes Fit For Heroes1967072320110916 (BBC7)
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Harold quarrels with his Dad Albert over his plan to pack him off to travel the world.

Miss Lottersby - Marie Makino

Matron - Olwen Brookes.

Adapted for radio from Galton and Simpson's TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Harold and Albert quarrel over his plans to travel.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

Harold and Albert quarrel over his plans to travel. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From July 1967.

0208Crossed Swords1967073020110923 (BBC7)
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After a major find out on his rag and bone round, excited Harold lets greed get the better of him.

Shop Assistant - Derek Nimmo

Auctioneer - Michael MacLean

Adapted for radio from Galton and Simpson's TV script by Gale Pedrick.

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1967.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Excited Harold lets greed get the better of him. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From July 1967.

0301Death In The Family1971032120110930 (BBC7)
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Distraught Harold Steptoe must break some sad news to his father, Albert.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in March 1971.

Harold must break sad news to his father Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Harold must break sad news to his father Albert. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1971.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

0302Two's Company1971032820111007 (BBC7)
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Albert introduces his new fiancee to his very surprised son, Harold.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Daphne - June Whitfield

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in March 1971.

Albert introduces his fiancee to a surprised Harold. Adapted from TV.

Albert introduces his fiancee to a surprised Harold. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1971.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

0303Tea For Two1971040420111014 (BBC7)
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A famous by-election visitor sparks party wars for the rag and bone duo.

Starring Wilfrid Brambell as Albert and Harry H Corbett as Harold. With John Rye and Edward Kelsey.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962. The Offer was set in a house with a yard full of junk, featuring the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and his son Harold and it was the spark for a run of 8 series for TV.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in April 1971.

A famous by-election visitor sparks party wars. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Adapted for radio from Galton and Simpson's TV script by Gale Pedrick.

A famous by-election visitor sparks party wars. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From April 1971.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

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Sixty years of smoking takes its toll on Albert Steptoe.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Receptionist - Jo Manning Wilson

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in April 1971.

Sixty years of smoking takes its toll on Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Sixty years of smoking takes its toll on Albert. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From April 1971.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

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Harold persuades Albert to leave their rag and bone yard to move out to suburbia.

Starring Wilfrid Brambell as Albert and Harry H Corbett as Harold. With Edward Kelsey, Garrard Green and Trevor Martin.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962. The Offer was set in a house with a yard full of junk, featuring the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and his son Harold and it was the spark for a run of 8 series for TV.

Adapted for radio from Galton and Simpson's TV script by Gale Pedrick.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in April 1971.

Harold persuades Albert to move out to suburbia. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Harold persuades Albert to leave their city rag and bone yard to move out to suburbia.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Estate Agent - Edward Kelsey

Mr Drysden - Garrard Green

Other parts played by Trevor Martin.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Harold persuades Albert to move out to suburbia. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From April 1971.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

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Harold Steptoe is shocked to meet his older half-brother from Australia.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Arthur - Kenneth J Warren

Other parts played by David Brierly

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in April 1971.

Harold is shocked to meet his older half-brother. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Harold is shocked to meet his older half-brother. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From April 1971.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

0307And Son1971050220111111/12 (BBC7)
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A visitor brings Harold Steptoe some unexpected news.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Girl - Gwendolyn Watts

Sailor - Richard Griffiths

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in May 1971.

A visitor brings Harold some unexpected news. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

A visitor brings Harold some unexpected news. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From May 1971.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Sailor - Richard Griffiths.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

0308Robbery With Violence1971050920111118 (BBC7)
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Terrified Albert lies to son Harold after accidentally breaking his treasured porcelain collection.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Inspector - Dudley Foster

With Garrard Green, Edward Kelsey and Trevor Martin.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in May 1971.

Albert lies to Harold after breaking his porcelain. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Albert lies to Harold after breaking his porcelain. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From May 1971.

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Card sharks fleece Harold Steptoe, so his father Albert steps in.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Martin Friend, Douglas Blackwell and Michael Kilgarriff.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in January 1972.

Card sharks fleece Harold, so Albert steps in. From 1972.

Card sharks fleece Harold, so Albert steps in. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From January 1972.

0402Is That Your Horse Outside?1972020620111202 (BBC7)
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Albert Steptoe advises son Harold on the art of seduction.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Jo Manning Wilson and John Samson.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in February 1972.

Albert advises Harold on the art of seduction. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Albert advises Harold on the art of seduction. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From February 1972.

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Albert and Harold Steptoe argue over their lack of cash.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With William Eadie.

Adapted for radio from their TV scripts by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in February 1972.

Albert and Harold argue over their lack of cash. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Albert and Harold argue over their lack of cash. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From February 1972.

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Albert hinders son Harold's romantic endeavours.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Yootha Joyce, Katherine Parr and Sheila Grant.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in February 1972.

Albert hinders Harold's romantic endeavours. Adapted from TV.

Albert hinders Harold's romantic endeavours. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From February 1972.

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Harold Steptoe is convinced a commode will make him rich.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Douglas Blackwell and Leslie Heritage

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1972.

Harold reckons a commode will make him rich. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Harold reckons a commode will make him rich. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From February 1972.

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Albert and Harold Steptoe argue over whether to buy a new TV or a car.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Jo Manning Wilson and William Bedle.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1972.

Albert and Harold argue over buying a TV or a car.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Albert and Harold argue over buying a TV or a car. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1972.

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It's a big day for Harold. He's set to tie the knot! But Albert's not convinced.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Pat Coombes, Patricia Hayes, Margot Boyd, Edward Kelsey, Sheila Grant, Martin Friend and Katherine Parr.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in March 1972.

Harold's wedding day doesn't quite go to plan. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

Harold's wedding day doesn't quite go to plan. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett. From March 1972.

Written for BBC TV and adapted for BBC Radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

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Harold's wedding day doesn't quite go to plan. Adapted from TV with Harry H Corbett.

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Albert gets concerned about an offer made to Harold.

Starring Wilfrid Brambell as Albert and Harry H Corbett as Harold. With Richard Hurndall, John Samson and Stephanie Turner.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962. The Offer was set in a house with a yard full of junk, featuring the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and his son Harold and it was the spark for a run of 8 series for TV.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1972.

Albert is concerned about an offer made to Harold. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

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After news of a jail break at Wormwood Scrubs, Albert and Harold get some unwelcome visitors.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Johnny Spooner - Leonard Rossiter

Frank Ferris - Paddy Joyce

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in May 1974.

Some unwelcome visitors arrive. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell and Leonard Rossiter

Some unwelcome visitors arrive. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell, Harry H Corbett and Leonard Rossiter. From May 1974.

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Albert sets out to help son Harold to conquer his fear of ballroom dancing.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Milkman - Clifford Norgate

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in June 1974.

Albert helps son Harold to conquer the ballroom. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell.

Albert helps son Harold to conquer the ballroom. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From June 1974.

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Harold falls for the leading lady from his drama society - and Albert makes an entrance.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Rupert - Trevor Bannister

With Jo Manning Wilson, Michael McClain and Nicolette MacKenzie.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in June 1974.

Harold falls for his drama society's leading lady.

Harold falls for his drama society's leading lady. Adapted from TV. With Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From June 1974.

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Harold admits he's planning a holiday - but without his dad Albert.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Jo Manning Wilson, Michael McClain and Nicolette MacKenzie.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in June 1974.

Harold wants a holiday but without his father Albert. Adapted from TV with Harry H Corbett

Harold wants a holiday but without his father Albert. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From June 1974.

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Albert and Harold set out to buy the freehold of their rag and bone yard.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

With Norman Bird, Jeanne Cook and Michael McClain.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Producer :Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in June 1974.

Albert and Harold set out to buy the yard's freehold. Adapted from TV with Harry H Corbett

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Albert butts in on Harold's church magazine article.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

The Vicar - Anthony Sharp

With Norman Bird, Jeanne Cook and Michael McClain.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in June 1974.

Albert butts in on Harold's church magazine article. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell

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Sleepwalking Harold gives dad Albert a fright.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Psychiatrist - Graham Stark

Bunty - Jo Manning Wilson

Mrs Kennington-Stroud - Margot Boyd

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1976.

Sleepwalking Harold gives dad Albert a fright. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell.

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The Steptoe family clash over the will at the funeral of Albert's brother, George.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Arthur - George A Cooper

With Michael Burlington, David Graham, Anne Jameson, Norma Ronald and Marianne Stone.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1976.

The family clash at Albert's brother's funeral. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

0603Live Now, Paye Later1976022220120323 (BBC7)
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The tax inspector catches up with Albert Steptoe and son Harold is not impressed.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Mr Greenwood - George A Cooper

With Michael Shannon and Peter Williams.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962. The Offer was set in a house with a yard full of junk, featuring the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and his son Harold and it was the spark for a run of 8 series for TV.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1976.

The tax inspector catches up with Albert. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell.

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Albert's laid up with a bad back leaving poor Harold overworked.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

Doctor - Michael McClain

With Michael Burlington, David Graham, Anne Jameson, Norma Ronald and Marianne Stone.

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in February 1976.

Albert is laid up in bed, and Harold fears spending the rest of his life looking after him

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Harold hopes a brand new bed will impress his girlfriends.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Harold - Harry H. Corbett

Marissa Wrigley - Norma Ronald

Salesman - Michael Burlington

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1976.

Harold decides that buying a new bed is the only way he'll ever impress women.

0606Porn Yesterday1976031420120406 (BBC7)
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Harold is aghast when he discovers exactly 'What the Butler Saw'!

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Mabel - Norma Ronald

Vicar - Anthony Sharpe

Written for TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1976.

Harold is aghast when he sees 'What the Butler Saw'. Adapted from TV with Wilfrid Brambell

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When the Steptoes fall victim to threats, Albert decides it time to fight back.

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Frankie Barrow - Henry Woolf

Written for BBC TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

Produced by Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1976.

Albert's kung fu club tackles some extortionists.

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Sceptical Harold slams Albert's claims about speaking to the dead...

Following the conclusion of their hugely successful association with Tony Hancock, writers Galton & Simpson wrote 10 pilots for the BBC TV's Comedy Playhouse in 1962.

The Offer featured the lives of rag and bone men Albert Steptoe and son Harold - and was the spark for a run of eight series on TV.

Madame Fontana - Patricia Routledge

Dorothy - Gwen Nelson

Mr Weldon - Edward Kelsey

Written for BBC TV and adapted for radio by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.

First broadcast on the BBC Radio 2 in March 1976.

Sceptical Harold slams Albert's spiritualist claims. From 1976.