British Comedy Guide
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television
A Sharp Intake Of Breath

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1977 - 1981
  • 22 episodes (4 series)

David Jason stars as Peter Barnes, an average man forever struggling against red tape and bureaucracy. Also features Richard Wilson, Alun Armstrong and Jacqueline Clarke.

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Series 2, Episode 4 - Another Little Drink

Double trouble's on the horizon when Peter's workmates won't let him leave the pub without another few rounds down him first. Sheila's not happy, and after a struggle to extricate his car, neither is P.C. Reynolds!

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 12th March 1979
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
David Jason Peter Barnes
Jacqueline Clarke Sheila Barnes
Guest cast
Richard Wilson Police Doctor
Alun Armstrong Frank Grant
John Price P.C. Reynolds
Neil McCarthy Sgt. Mallins
Malcolm Storry Cyril Potts
Bella Emberg Doris
Writing team
Ronnie Taylor Writer
Production team
Les Chatfield Director
Les Chatfield Producer
Al Pigden Editor
Tim Waddell Editor
Anthony Waller Production Designer
Shirley Teece Casting Director
Hamilton J. Willis Lighting Designer
Ken Jones Composer

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