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The Best Things In Life. Image shows from L to R: Mabel Pollard (June Whitfield), Alfred Wilcox (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: Associated Television
The Best Things In Life

The Best Things In Life

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1969 - 1970
  • 13 episodes (2 series)

The best things in life for Alfred Wilcox are money, wealth and prosperity and not getting married to his fiancee of 11 years, Mabel Pollard. Stars Harry H. Corbett, June Whitfield, Pat Heywood, Bob Todd, Pearl Hackney and more.

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Series 2, Episode 1 - The Red Carnation

Mabel tries to pin Alfred down on his intentions towards her - but he can't tell her the truth. Alfred is only interested in making money and getting married would interfere with his wealth ...

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 1st June 1970
Time
9:30pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
25 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Harry H. Corbett Alfred Wilcox
June Whitfield Mabel Pollard
Bob Todd Mr Pollard
Pearl Hackney Mrs Pollard
Diana Quick Gloria
Carmel McSharry Pauline
Writing team
Adele Rose Writer
Production team
John Robins Director
Shaun O'Riordan Producer
Trevor Patterson Production Designer

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