Bloomers. Image shows from L to R: Dingley (David Swift), Stan (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC
Bloomers

Bloomers

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC Two
  • 1979
  • 5 episodes (1 series)

Richard Beckinsale's final sitcom. He plays an actor who turns to the soil and a blooming new career. Stars Richard Beckinsale, Anna Calder-Marshall, June Ritchie, David Swift, Paul Curran and Pat Gorman

Episode menu

Series 1, Episode 2

Stan's first day as a florist/gardener is a memorable one but not for all the reasons he planned. Lena can't understand the sudden change in his character while Diana has less to worry about.

Broadcast details

Date
Thursday 4th October 1979
Time
9:30pm
Channel
BBC Two
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Richard Beckinsale Stan
Anna Calder-Marshall Lena
June Ritchie Diana
David Swift Dingley
Paul Curran George
Pat Gorman Pub landlord
Writing team
James Saunders Writer
Production team
Roger Race Producer
Tim Gleeson Production Designer

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