70s sitcom about a couple farming for self-sufficiency in the suburbs. Has the good life come to an end for Tom and Barbara?
Sitcom. Will Harry pluck up the courage and ask Sandy to join him in Canada? And Jean has taken pity on a homeless girl - but Lionel is not sure about her new friend. Show more
The Good Life
Silly, But It's Fun
26 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD
Seasonal special of the suburban sitcom. The Goods and the Leadbetters plan their respective Christmases, but neither go according to plan. Classic from 1977. Show more
Sitcom. Barbara gets Margo out of a fix when a speaker at her society lets her down. Barbara gives a talk about self-sufficiency at Margo's women's group. Show more
Seventies sitcom about a couple who decide to become self-sufficient. As Tom and Barbara's savings dwindle, Tom sets about earning some extra money. Show more
Seventies sitcom about a couple who decide to become self-sufficient. Tom and Barbara receive help from an unexpected quarter when harvest time comes around and Tom sprains his back.
The Good Life
When I'm 65
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD
Special edition of the comedy series recorded in the presence of the Queen. After Jerry takes out another endowment policy, the Goods begin to plan for their old age. Show more
Sitcom about a couple who are reunited after years apart following a mutual misunderstanding. Lionel becomes jealous when an old flame of Jean's reappears. Show more
Sitcom. Sandy's boyfriend visits to tell her some important news, and Jean is desperate to know what it is. Show more
Sitcom about a couple reunited after years apart. Jean is delighted to hear that daughter Judith has accepted Alistair's proposal of marriage. Show more
Romantic sitcom. Rocky comes to the rescue when there is a problem with the best man at Alistair and Judith's wedding. Jean tries to matchmake Harry and Sandy. Show more
One-hour special of the romantic sitcom. Alistair and Judith have married, and Sandy and Harry have gone to Canada. On their own at last, Jean and Lionel look back on their life together.
Romantic comedy. Jean and Lionel are looking forward to Sandy's and Harry's return after a year in Canada, and Jean is looking forward to Sandy and Judith having babies. Show more
Romantic comedy. Patrick is looking for his father, Jean wants grandchildren, Stephen wants to be a celebrity, and Lionel wants peace and quiet. How do they all end up in hospital? Show more
Sitcom of suburban strife. Martin is a pillar of the community, but the equilibrium of his world is disrupted when a suave new next-door neighbour moves in. Show more
Sitcom about domestic disharmony in suburbia. Martin is outraged by Paul's eccentric behaviour on the close, and horrified when he takes a peek into his garden. Show more
Suburban strife sitcom. Martin is ousted as chairman of the residents' association, and Ann's hopes for a renewed social life are dashed. Show more
Suburban sitcom. It's time for members of the Close to go on a holiday outing. Some wish to repeat a trip to the Alps, but Paul has something different in mind. Show more
Suburban sitcom. Martin organises a fundraising dance. Paul innocently lends a helping hand and in doing so mercilessly interferes with Martin's arrangements. Show more
Ann is tired of being a housewife and decides it's time for a change. But will Martin approve of her plans?