Last of the Summer Wine

Last of the Summer Wine (1973-2010)

EndedScripted showComedy

Last of the Summer Wine is a British sitcom created and written by Roy Clarke that was originally broadcast on the BBC. Last of the Summer Wine premiered as an episode of Comedy Playhouse on 4 January 1973 and the first series of episodes followed on 12 November 1973. From 1983 to 2010, Alan J. W. Bell produced and directed all episodes of the show. The BBC confirmed on 2 June 2010 that Last of the Summer Wine would no longer be produced and the 31st series would be its last. Subsequently, the final episode was broadcast on 29 August 2010. Tom Owen criticised the BBC for not permitting a special final episode. Roy Clarke, however, stated that he was fully aware this was the last series, and preferred the show to have a quiet ending. The final line was said by Peter Sallis, the longest serving actor. Repeats of the show are broadcast in the UK on Gold, Yesterday and Drama. It is also seen in more than twenty-five countries,including various PBS stations in the United States and on VisionTV in Canada. Last of the Summer Wine is the longest-running comedy programme in Britain and the longest-running sitcom in the world.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 18:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S31E06How Not to Cry at Weddingsaoût 29, 2010
S31E05Look Whose Wheel's Come Offaoût 22, 2010
S31E04Howard and the Great Outdoorsaoût 15, 2010
S31E03The Rights of Man (Except for Howard)août 8, 2010
S31E02Happy Campingaoût 1, 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Last of the Summer Wine' premiere?

'Last of the Summer Wine' premiered on November 12, 1973.

Who played Compo in 'Last of the Summer Wine'?

Bill Owen played the character of Compo in 'Last of the Summer Wine'.

What is the name of the fictitious town where 'Last of the Summer Wine' is set?

The show is set in the fictitious rural town of Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, England.

What was the main premise of 'Last of the Summer Wine'?

'Last of the Summer Wine' was a British sitcom about the misadventures of three elderly men who live in a small village.

Who played the role of Clegg in 'Last of the Summer Wine'?

Peter Sallis portrayed the character of Clegg in 'Last of the Summer Wine'.

In what year did Brian Wilde join the cast of 'Last of the Summer Wine'?

Brian Wilde joined the cast as Walter Fogden in 1985, although he had previously appeared in the show in different roles.

Who played the role of Billy Hardcastle in 'Last of the Summer Wine'?

Michael Aldridge played Billy Hardcastle in 'Last of the Summer Wine'.

How many episodes of 'Last of the Summer Wine' were made in the year 1973?

The first series of 'Last of the Summer Wine' had six episodes which aired in 1973.

Which TV channel broadcast 'Last of the Summer Wine' in the UK?

The BBC broadcast 'Last of the Summer Wine' in the UK.

Who created 'Last of the Summer Wine'?

'Last of the Summer Wine' was created by Roy Clarke.

What was the name of the character played by Michael Bates in 'Last of the Summer Wine'?

Michael Bates played the role of Cyril Blamire in 'Last of the Summer Wine'.

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