Bob Servant
- TV sitcom
- BBC One Scotland / BBC Four
- 2013 - 2014
- 9 episodes (2 series)
TV series about a small-time Scottish businessman with a vastly inflated sense of his own importance and abilities. Stars Brian Cox, Jonathan Watson, Anita Vettesse, Daniela Nardini, Antony Strachan and more.
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Bob Servant Independent, Episode 2 - A Local Man
Further details
The by-election favourite Nick Edwards arrives in town with his smart, glamorous wife and campaign manager, Philippa.
For Bob and his slightly less smart, glamorous campaign manager, Frank, the arrival of the Edwards causes great discomfort. The two teams have a highly charged first meeting that ends, inevitably, with Bob making unlikely claims about a photocopier.
Seeking an edge over Edwards, Bob positions himself as a 'local man'. From the pubs of Broughty Ferry to the Lady Provost's Dinner (the hottest ticket in town), Bob chaotically attempts to gather support. When the Edwards also arrive at the Provost's Dinner, the scene is set for a dramatic conclusion.
Notes
Due to a late running schedule, this episode was broadcast approximately 3 minutes later than intended.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Wednesday 30th January 2013
- Time
- 10:03pm
- Channel
- BBC Four
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 31st January 2013 | 2:15am | BBC4 |
| Thursday 31st January 2013 | 11:20pm | BBC HD |
| Friday 1st February 2013 | 10:00pm | BBC2 Scot |
| Tuesday 5th February 2013 | 11:30pm | BBC4 |
| Sunday 3rd November 2013 | 10:00pm | BBC2 Scot |
| Wednesday 11th March 2020 | 10:00pm | BBC Scotland |
| Thursday 12th March 2020 | 11:00pm | BBC Scotland |
| Thursday 11th February 2021 | 11:00pm | BBC Scotland |
| Wednesday 28th September 2022 | 11:30pm | BBC Scotland |
Cast & crew
| Brian Cox | Bob Servant |
| Jonathan Watson | Frank |
| Antony Strachan (as Anthony Strachan) | Stewpot |
| Rufus Jones | Nick Edwards |
| Pollyanna McIntosh | Phillippa Edwards |
| Vicki Liddelle (as Victoria Liddelle) | Rhona McDonald |
| Ron Donachie | Medical Director |
| John Buick | Taxi Driver |
| Kevin O'Loughlin | Police Inspector |
| James Young | Delivery Man |
| Finlay Welsh | Arthur (Accountant) |
| Kirstin McLean | Provost's Secretary |
| Neil Forsyth | Writer |
| Annie Griffin | Director |
| Owen Bell | Producer |
| Mark Freeland | Executive Producer |
| Ewan Angus | Executive Producer |
| Chris Buckland | Editor |
| Tom Sayer | Production Designer |
| Jim Sutherland | Composer |
Videos
Daley Thompson's Biscuits
Bob finds a unique way to handle a difficult conversation with his accountant, Arthur.
Featuring: Brian Cox (Bob Servant), Jonathan Watson (Frank) & Finlay Welsh (Arthur).
Willy Wonka
Bob tells Frank why they must go to the Lady Provost's dinner.
View this clip on the BBC website
Featuring: Brian Cox (Bob Servant) & Jonathan Watson (Frank).
Shmoozing
Bob tries to win the votes of Broughty Ferry's elite.
View this clip on the BBC website
Featuring: Brian Cox (Bob Servant), Jonathan Watson (Frank), Ron Donachie (Medical Director) & Kevin O'Loughlin (Police Inspector).