Episodes
| Series | Episode | First Broadcast | Repeated | Comments |
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| 01 | 01 | 19611002 | 20160708 (BBC7) 20220327 (BBC7) | Mr Podmore, a Readjustment Officer, arrives to check up on team efficiency. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Podmore - Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1961 An inspector checks up on team efficiency at the advertising agency. |
| 01 | 02 | 19611009 | 20160715 (BBC7) 20220403 (BBC7) | As baffled customers boycott a new orangeade drink, the advertising team must get devious. Comedy set in London advertising agency - Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Mr Pimslow - Warren Mitchell Dick - Tony Fayne Mr Allbright - Warren Mitchell Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1960. As baffled customers snub a new drink, the advertising team get devious. |
| 01 | 03 | 19611016 | 20160722 (BBC7) 20220410 (BBC7) | Brave Michael volunteers to shed some pounds for the team's ad campaign for slimmer's bread. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners', Something To Shout About ran to 54 episodes over three series. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Doctor/Mr Morris - Warren Mitchell Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1960. Brave Michael volunteers for the team's ad campaign for slimmer's bread. |
| 01 | 06 | 19611106 | 20160812 (BBC7) 20220501 (BBC7) | Will advertising executive Michael Lightfoot remember his secretary's birthday? Janet has surely been leaving enough hints.... 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Mavis - ¦. Joan Sims Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Other characters - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1961. A new recruit unsettles the ad agency's daily routine. Stars Michael Medwin. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other characters - Warren Mitchell Will Michael remember his secretary's birthday? |
| 01 | 07 | 19611113 | 20160819 (BBC7) 20220508 (BBC7) | It's Monday morning and the staff is feeling fragile, with the sole exception of Maggie. She suggests a restorative trip to the countryside, to work on their shampoo campaign... A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Mavis - ¦. Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Other characters - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1961. The advertising agency is hired to put a glamorous spin on a dreary seaside holiday camp. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Other characters - Warren Mitchell A team trip to the countryside, to work on a shampoo campaign, doesn't go to plan. |
| 01 | 08 | 19611120 | 20160826 (BBC7) 20220515 (BBC7) | Adrian's colleagues must cover for him, when DIY calamities at home force his absence from the agency. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1961. A cigarette TV advertising campaign causes a headache, until an unlikely star crops up. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - Warren Mitchell Adrian's colleagues have to cover for him, when home DIY calamities force his absence. |
| 01 | 09 | 19611127 | 20160902 (BBC7) 20220522 (BBC7) | Can the advertising team create a status building campaign... for toe ointment? A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1961. A new kind of biscuit, but does the ad campaign have a large hole in it? 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - Warren Mitchell |
| 01 | 10 | 19611204 | 20160909 (BBC7) 20220529 (BBC7) | With executive Michael Lightfoot away, can the advertising team rise to the challenge? A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1961. Uproar in the agency when the women discover that the men get paid more. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - Warren Mitchell |
| 01 | 11 | 19600913 | 20160916 (BBC7) 20220605 (BBC7) | The ad agency searches for a big name to endorse a hair grooming product for men. Comedy set in London advertising agency - Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Mavis - ¦. Joan Sims Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Oscar Dimitrov - ¦. Warren Mitchell - Brick' Stanton - ¦. Bill Pertwee Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: Trafford Whitelock First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960. The agency searches for a big name to endorse a men's hair grooming product. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Oscar Dimitrov - Warren Mitchell ‘Brick' Stanton - Bill Pertwee |
| 01 | 12 | 19600920 | 20160923 (BBC7) 20220612 (BBC7) | The ad agency hires some bird-brained talent for a new campaign to promote rum. Comedy set in London advertising agency - Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - ¦. Michael Medwin Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Shirley - ¦. Sheila Hancock Adrian - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Barman/Actor - ¦. Warren Mitchell Joey the Parrot - ¦. Peter Hawkins Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: Trafford Whitelock First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960. The agency hires bird-brained talent for a rum advertising campaign. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael - Michael Medwin Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Janet - Fenella Fielding Shirley - Sheila Hancock Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Barman/Actor - Warren Mitchell Joey the Parrot - Peter Hawkins |
| 01 | 13 | 19600927 | 20160930 (BBC7) 20220619 (BBC7) | Maggie's got butterflies in her stomach, after the ad agency's campaign for indigestion tablets. Comedy set in London advertising agency - Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - ¦. Michael Medwin Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Shirley - ¦. Sheila Hancock Adrian - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Fruity - ¦. Warren Mitchell Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: Trafford Whitelock First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960. Maggie's got butterflies in her stomach, after a campaign for indigestion tablets. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael - Michael Medwin Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Janet - Fenella Fielding Shirley - Sheila Hancock Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Fruity - Warren Mitchell |
| 02 | 01 | 19610102 | 20181122 (BBC7) 20181124 (BBC7) 20221120 (BBC7) | Maggie wins an award for a cold cure advert – then catches a cold before the ceremony. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael - Starring Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Mr Gosling - Warren Mitchell. The second of three series written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961. Maggie wins an award for a cold cure commerial - then catches a cold before the ceremony. |
| 02 | 02 | 19610109 | 20181129 (BBC7) 20221127 (BBC7) | When the ad agency takes on a campaign for a new high-tech lock – it works too well! A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. ? Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Inspector Dorian - Warren Mitchell. Series two (of three) written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961. The agency takes on a campaign for a new lock - that seems to work very well. |
| 02 | 03 | 19610116 | 20181206 (BBC7) 20221204 (BBC7) | Out to promote new bubbling bath salts, the ad agency hits some jumbo-sized snags. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Elephant Trainer - Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961. The agency hires an elephant to promote a brand of bubbling bath salts. |
| 02 | 04 | 19610123 | 20181213 (BBC7) 20221211 (BBC7) 20221212 (BBC7) | Janet is turfed out of her flat – and the whole ad agency ends up losing sleep. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. ? Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961. Janet is turfed out of her flat - and the whole agency ends up losing sleep. |
| 02 | 05 | 19610130 | 20181220 (BBC7) 20221218 (BBC7) 20221219 (BBC7) | Michael changes jobs after failing to get a pay rise - but quickly regrets his actions. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961. |
| 02 | 06 | 19610206 | 20181227 (BBC7) 20221225 (BBC7) 20221226 (BBC7) | The team finds a novel use for the cake mix they're supposed to be advertising. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Mr Giddy - Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961. The creative team finds a novel use for the cake mix they're supposed to be advertising. |
| 02 | 07 | 19610213 | 20190103 (BBC7) 20230101 (BBC7) 20230102 (BBC7) | To help Mavis land a better job, her agency colleagues try an ‘Eliza Doolittle' transformation. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts by: Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961. Mavis's colleagues perform an 'Eliza Doolittle' on her in preparation for a better job. |
| 02 | 08 | 19610220 | 20190110 (BBC7) 20230108 (BBC7) 20230109 (BBC7) | When the film gets ruined from an expensive photoshoot in Paris, the ad agency is forced reshoot - on a budget! 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts by: Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961. The outcome of a Parisian photoshoot is ruined, so it has to be redone - on a budget. |
| 02 | 09 | 19610227 | 20190117 (BBC7) 20230115 (BBC7) 20230116 (BBC7) | Janet starts dating a BBC announcer, resulting in Michael become insanely jealous. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by: Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1961. |
| 02 | 10 | 19610306 | 20190124 (BBC7) 20230122 (BBC7) 20230123 (BBC7) | Janet wants to learn to drive and buy a car. Her colleagues won't stand in her way! 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1961. |
| 02 | 11 | 19610313 | 20190131 (BBC7) 20230129 (BBC7) 20230130 (BBC7) | Can the advertising team meet the needs of a demanding kitchen furniture company? 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Nicholas - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by: Roy Dotrice Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1961. Can the advertising team meet the needs of clients and significant others? |
| 02 | 12 | 19610320 | 20190207 (BBC7) 20230205 (BBC7) 20230206 (BBC7) | Janet and Mavis are obliged to sit an exam in order to get a rise. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by: Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1961. |
| 02 | 13 | 19610327 | 20190214 (BBC7) 20230212 (BBC7) 20230213 (BBC7) | Mavis's new beatnik boyfriend makes her dizzier than ever. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by: Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1961. |
| 02 | 14 | 19610403 | 20190221 (BBC7) 20230219 (BBC7) 20230220 (BBC7) | Mamma mia! There's trouble on the menu when Mavis and Janet volunteer to help out at Luigi's café. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by: Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1961. Mamma mia! There's trouble on the menu when Mavis and Janet help out at Luigi's cafe. |
| 02 | 15 | 19610410 | 20190411 (BBC7) 20230226 (BBC7) 20230227 (BBC7) | Confusion over a Russian guest means that Janet has to step into the limelight. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1961. |
| 02 | 16 | 19610417 | 20190418 (BBC7) 20230305 (BBC7) 20230306 (BBC7) | Maggie asks her friends to help fix-up a cottage she's bought. What could possibly go wrong? 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Oher parts played by Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1961. Maggie asks her friends to help fix-up a cottage she's bought. What could go wrong? |
| 02 | 17 | 19610424 | 20190425 (BBC7) 20230312 (BBC7) 20230313 (BBC7) | To promote a posh store's Bridal Week event, the agency organises a live TV wedding. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in April 1961. |
| 02 | 18 | 19610501 | 20190502 (BBC7) 20230319 (BBC7) 20230320 (BBC7) | Lines get well and truly crossed thanks to the advertising agency's switchboard. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps. Other parts played by Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1961. Lines get very crossed thanks to the advertising agency's switchboard. |
| 02 | 19 | 19610508 | 20190509 (BBC7) 20230326 (BBC7) 20230327 (BBC7) | A turnip for the books when the ad agency is asked to help shift 500 tons of root vegetables. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps. Other parts played by Warren Mitchell. Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1961. A turnip for the books when the agency tries to shift 500 tons of root vegetables. |
| 02 | 20 | 19610515 | 20190516 (BBC7) 20230402 (BBC7) 20230403 (BBC7) | A dog owned by Janet's beatnik friend lands a role in an ad campaign for new savoury snacks. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts by Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1961. A dog owned by Janet's beatnik friend gets a role in an advertising savoury snacks. |
| 02 | 21 | 19610522 | 20190523 (BBC7) 20230409 (BBC7) 20230410 (BBC7) | With holiday fever in the air, Mavis is persuaded to head to Nice. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Other parts played by Warren Mitchell Producer: Eric Miller First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in May 1961. Holiday fever is in the air as is Mavis, who is persuaded to head to Nice. |
| 03 | 01 | 19611002 | 20191122 (BBC7) 20220327 (BBC7) 20230715 (BBC7) 20230716 (BBC7) | Mr Podmore, a Readjustment Officer, arrives to check up on team efficiency. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Podmore - Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1961 The advertising agency team woo a US tycoon with a top secret product. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Mr Podmore, a Readjustment Officer, arrives to check up on team efficiency. Creativity is stretched as they struggle to produce a commercial for slimming biscuits for dogs! A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot.............Michael Medwin Maggie.................................Eleanor Summerfield Janet......................................Fenella Fielding Mavis.....................................Joan Sims Adrian Beales.....................Nicholas Phipps Mr Podmore.......................Warren Mitchell Series three written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. An inspector checks up on team efficiency at the advertising agency. From 1961 |
| 03 | 02 | 19611009 | 20191129 (BBC7) 20220403 (BBC7) 20230722 (BBC7) 20230723 (BBC7) | As baffled customers boycott a new orangeade drink, the advertising team must get devious. Comedy set in London advertising agency - Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Mavis - ¦. Joan Sims Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Pimslow - ¦. Warren Mitchell Dick - ¦. Tony Fayne Mr Allbright - ¦. Warren Mitchell Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1960. As baffled customers snub a new drink, the advertising team get devious. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Will the team manage to behave themselves at the annual Advertising Executive Guild dinner? A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot.............Michael Medwin Maggie.................................Eleanor Summerfield Janet......................................Fenella Fielding Mavis.....................................Joan Sims Adrian Beales.....................Nicholas Phipps Mr Podmore.......................Warren Mitchell Series three written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1961. Will the advertising team behave at the annual Advertising Executive Guild dinner? |
| 03 | 03 | 19611016 | 20191206 (BBC7) 20220410 (BBC7) 20230729 (BBC7) 20230730 (BBC7) | Brave Michael volunteers to shed some pounds for the team's ad campaign for slimmer's bread. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners', Something To Shout About ran to 54 episodes over three series. Michael - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Mavis - ¦. Joan Sims Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Doctor/Mr Morris - ¦. Warren Mitchell Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1960. Brave Michael volunteers for the team's ad campaign for slimmer's bread. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. An attractive new nurse sets pulses racing at the advertising agency. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦ Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1961. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - Warren Mitchell |
| 03 | 04 | 19611023 | 20160729 (BBC7) 20191213 (BBC7) 20220417 (BBC7) 20230812 (BBC7) 20230813 (BBC7) | The ad agency team must stage a play to try and win an account for blankets. Starring Michael Medwin as Michael, Fenella Fielding as Janet, Joan Sims as Mavis, Eleanor Summerfield as Maggie, Nicholas Phipps as Adrian and Warren Mitchell as Higgins. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners', Something To Shout About ran to 54 episodes over three series Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in July 1960. The ad agency must stage a play to try and win an account for blankets. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. Michael receives a windfall and the vultures are soon circling in search of loans. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Botting/Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1961. Michael receives a windfall and the vultures soon circle in search of loans. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Botting/Various - Warren Mitchell |
| 03 | 05 | 19611030 | 20160805 (BBC7) 20191220 (BBC7) 20220424 (BBC7) 20230819 (BBC7) 20230820 (BBC7) | An American client asks Maggie for a UK advert to promote his new air freshener which promises to bring the smell of nature into our homes. But why does Mavis have to type it in the bath? A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet - ¦. Fenella Fielding Mavis - ¦. Joan Sims Maggie - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Other characters played by Roy Dotrice Producer John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1961. Fishy goings on as the ad agency battle to take kippers upmarket. 1960s comedy, with Michael Medwin and Fenella Fielding, focusing on the advertising world. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot.................... Michael Medwin Maggie........................................ Eleanor Summerfield Janet............................................. Fenella Fielding Mavis........................................... .Joan Sims Adrian Beates........................... Nicholas Phipps Other characters...................... Roy Dotrice Script by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe An American is in a rush for an air freshener script. Advertising agency comedy from 1961. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps An American is in a rush for a script for an air freshener. |
| 03 | 06 | 19611106 | 20191227 (BBC7) 20230826 (BBC7) 20230827 (BBC7) | Will advertising executive Michael Lightfoot remember his secretary's birthday? Janet has surely been leaving enough hints.... A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot.................... Michael Medwin Maggie........................................ Eleanor Summerfield Janet............................................. Fenella Fielding Mavis........................................... .Joan Sims Adrian Beates........................... Nicholas Phipps Other characters...................... Warren Mitchell Script by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1961. Will Michael remember his secretary's birthday? Advertising agency comedy from 1961. |
| 03 | 07 | 19611113 | 20200103 (BBC7) 20230902 (BBC7) 20230903 (BBC7) | The advertising agency is hired to put a glamorous spin on a dreary seaside holiday camp in Gritley Bay. Michael - Michael Medwin Janet - Fenella Fielding Mavis - Joan Sims Maggie - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian - Nicholas Phipps Mr Plankton - Warren Mitchell A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners,' Something To Shout About' ran to 54 episodes over three series Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in August 1960. The advertising agency is hired to put a glamorous spin on a dreary seaside holiday camp. |
| 03 | 08 | 19611120 | 20200515 (BBC7) 20230909 (BBC7) 20230910 (BBC7) | Adrian's colleagues must cover for him, when DIY calamities at home force his absence from the agency. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - Warren Mitchell Series three written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1961. Adrian's colleagues have to cover for him, when home DIY calamities force his absence. |
| 03 | 09 | 19611127 | 20200522 (BBC7) 20230916 (BBC7) 20230917 (BBC7) | Can the advertising team create a status building campaign - ¦for toe ointment? A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1961. Can the advertising team create a status building campaign\u2026for toe ointment? Can the advertising team create a status building campaign - for toe ointment? Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - Warren Mitchell |
| 03 | 10 | 19611204 | 20200529 (BBC7) 20230923 (BBC7) 20230924 (BBC7) | Uproar in the ad agency when the women discover the men are getting paid more! Starring Michael Medwin as Michael, Fenella Fielding as Janet, Joan Sims as Mavis, Eleanor Summerfield as Maggie, Nicholas Phipps as Adrian and Warren Mitchell as Mr Went & Mr Barbican. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners', Something To Shout About ran to 54 episodes over three series Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Music by The Jingle Belles and The Bernie Fenton Quartet, under the direction of Cliff Adams. Producer: Trafford Whitelock First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960. Uproar in the agency when the women discover that the men get paid more. |
| 03 | 13 | 19611225 | 20200605 (BBC7) 20230930 (BBC7) 20231001 (BBC7) | How will the advertising team deal with the rising of festive spirits? A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1961. Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Various - Warren Mitchell |
| 03 | 15 | 19620108 | 20200612 (BBC7) 20231007 (BBC7) 20231008 (BBC7) | The ad agency colleagues are all treated to a night out at a theatre in London's West End. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Various - ¦. Warren Mitchell Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1962. The ad agency colleagues are treated to a night out at a West End theatre. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Various - Warren Mitchell |
| 03 | 16 | 19620115 | 20200619 (BBC7) 20231014 (BBC7) 20231015 (BBC7) | When Mavis goes on a month-long transfer, her cousin Shirley steps into the breach for the advertising team. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge with Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis . - ¦ Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe - ¦. Warren Mitchell Shirley - ¦. Sheila Hancock Producer: John Simmonds First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1962. When Mavis gets a month-long transfer, her cousin Shirley steps into the breach. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis . - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe - Warren Mitchell Shirley - Sheila Hancock |
| 03 | 17 | 19620122 | 20200626 (BBC7) 20231021 (BBC7) 20231022 (BBC7) | Shirley the temp sees trouble ahead when she reads the tea leaves in Michael's cup. 'A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!' Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - ¦Joan Sims Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps MacLeish - ¦. Warren Mitchell Shirley - ¦. Sheila Hancock Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1962. Shirley the temp, Mavis's cousin, sees trouble for Michael after reading his tealeaves. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Mavis Willis - Joan Sims Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps MacLeish - Warren Mitchell Shirley - Sheila Hancock |
| 03 | 18 | 19620129 | 20200703 (BBC7) 20231028 (BBC7) 20231029 (BBC7) | In the depths of winter, the agency works on promoting struggling Siltford-on-Sea. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Harper/Mr Blythe - ¦. Warren Mitchell Shirley - ¦. Sheila Hancock Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1962. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Harper/Mr Blythe - Warren Mitchell Shirley - Sheila Hancock |
| 03 | 19 | 19620205 | 20200710 (BBC7) 20231104 (BBC7) 20231105 (BBC7) | The hiring of a hunky artist sends shockwaves among the female colleagues at the advertising agency. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Arnold Wisley - ¦. Warren Mitchell Shirley - ¦. Sheila Hancock Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1962. The hiring of a hunky artist sends shockwaves among the female colleagues. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Arnold Wisley - Warren Mitchell Shirley - Sheila Hancock |
| 03 | 20 | 19620212 | 20200717 (BBC7) 20231111 (BBC7) 20231112 (BBC7) | Mr Blythe cracks down on expenses, so Maggie decides to shoot an ad on location. A light-hearted exposé of the advertising world!'. Set in a London ad agency called 'Apsley, Addis, Cohen, Barbican, Blythe, Giddy & Partners'. Michael Lightfoot - ¦. Michael Medwin Janet Harris - ¦. Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - ¦. Eleanor Summerfield Adrian Beales - ¦. Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Mr Dawson/The Police Officer - ¦. Warren Mitchell Shirley - ¦. Sheila Hancock Written by Myles Rudge and Ronnie Wolfe. Producer: John Simmonds. First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1962. Michael Lightfoot - Michael Medwin Janet Harris - Fenella Fielding Maggie Tufnell - Eleanor Summerfield Adrian Beales - Nicholas Phipps Mr Blythe/Mr Dawson/The Police Officer - Warren Mitchell Shirley - Sheila Hancock |