I have only watched Series One so far and can't wait to dive into Series 2-7. I hear they get better as they go along. What is everybody's favourite series? 
Best Series of Steptoe and Son?
Quote: Britcom Fan @ June 27 2009, 10:30 PM BSTI have only watched Series One so far and can't wait to dive into Series 2-7. I hear they get better as they go along. What is everybody's favourite series?
Well for me it seems that the colour episodes are the better for some reason, so I guess what you've been told is pretty true really. Welcome by the way.
The first two episodes of Series Two were not very good and only watchable. I hope they get better! I bought the whole boxset for £29 on Amazon after a fairly enjoyable Series One. Still, if it ends up not being worth the money I can stick it on eBay and get a few quid back. Thanks for the welcome by the way.
Quote: Britcom Fan @ June 27 2009, 11:52 PM BSTThe first two episodes of Series Two were not very good and only watchable. I hope they get better! I bought the whole boxset for £29 on Amazon after a fairly enjoyable Series One. Still, if it ends up not being worth the money I can stick it on eBay and get a few quid back. Thanks for the welcome by the way.
I'll give you £15 now, sight unseen !
Quote: Britcom Fan @ June 27 2009, 11:52 PM BSTThe first two episodes of Series Two were not very good and only watchable. I hope they get better! I bought the whole boxset for £29 on Amazon after a fairly enjoyable Series One. Still, if it ends up not being worth the money I can stick it on eBay and get a few quid back. Thanks for the welcome by the way.
Blimey! 
It really won't come to that.
It's mostly all great, agree that first season or two are weaker overall, but still very good. My overall favourite would be series 4 probably.
The last two seasons are fantastic.
Quote: Britcom Fan @ June 27 2009, 10:30 PM BSTI have only watched Series One so far and can't wait to dive into Series 2-7. I hear they get better as they go along. What is everybody's favourite series?
There were eight series.
Quote: Britcom Fan @ June 27 2009, 11:52 PM BSTThe first two episodes of Series Two were not very good
Wallah Wallah Catsmeat- classic episode, top guest appearance from John Laurie
Anyway, series 7 for me, some classics, such as Divided we Stand and The Desperate Hours.
Series 7 for me as well. Manages to get pathos and knockabout about right. Plus it's in colour, which helps.
Quote: Jack Massey @ June 29 2009, 10:13 PM BSTAnyway, series 7 for me, some classics, such as Divided we Stand and The Desperate Hours.
Not an unmitigated Steptoe fan but I have to agree that both those episodes are genius.
Quote: Oldrocker @ June 28 2009, 12:01 AM BSTI'll give you £15 now, sight unseen !
Any further thoughts ?
Cash waiting !
The 2-7 thing was a typo, knew there were 8 series, what with 7&8 being colour. My mistake!
I've nearly finished Series Two and am losing interest fast. 
My dad loves it though. I was born in the 1980s. So I think I might be a bit dated for me. Don't get wrong it's watchable...but that's about as far it goes at the moment. I might just skip to Series Seven and Eight for the colour. Are there any must see episodes in 3-6?
It might go on eBay afterwards, so I'll let you know!
Quote: Britcom Fan @ July 1 2009, 1:36 AM BSTAre there any must see episodes in 3-6?
Try Pilgrim's Progress (Series 4). A Winter's Tale! (Series 5) - just for the bit in the shower if nothing else. Two's Company, Without Prejudice and Cuckoo in the Nest (Series 6).
Quote: Britcom Fan @ July 1 2009, 1:36 AM BSTI've nearly finished Series Two and am losing interest fast.
I was born in the late 1980s and it hasn't dated for me! Some of it can be a little slow, yes, but I can't imagine you'll regret sticking with it. Divided We Stand (S07E06) is probably my favourite episode, off-hand. I really can't urge you enough to watch it all.
I'd really love to see this series. I of course know about our version and feel bad for not enjoying Sanford and Son more.