Dead Ernest

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1982
  • 7 episodes (1 series)

Ernest Springer ends up in heaven after being hit between the eyes by a champagne cork while celebrating his big win on the pools. Stars Andrew Sachs, Ken Jones, Harry Fowler, Janet Rawson and Zena Walker

Episode menu

Series 1, Episode 6

A chance to host his own radio show leads Ernest into an international incident after his phone-in upsets the German section - Schubert, Beethoven and Mozart!

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 22nd March 1982
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
25 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Andrew Sachs Ernest Springer
Ken Jones Archangel Derek
Harry Fowler Cherub Fred
Janet Rawson Archangel Doreen
Guest cast
Hilton McRae Mozart
Simon Chandler Schubert
Robert Putt Beethoven
Writing team
John Stevenson Writer
Julian Roach Writer
Production team
Alan Wallis Director
Alan Wallis Producer
Tony Charles Producer
Allan McKeown Executive Producer
Don Davidson Production Designer

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