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The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC
The Liver Birds

The Liver Birds

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1969 - 1996
  • 86 episodes (10 series)

Sitcom exploring the lives and loves of two young, single females sharing a flat together in Liverpool. Stars Nerys Hughes, Polly James, Elizabeth Estensen, Pauline Collins, Mollie Sugden and more.

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Series 4, Episode 9 - Anyone For Freedom

Robert has proposed to Beryl over the phone, but she's not satisfied and insists that he returns from London to do it in person and present her with a ring.

Broadcast details

Date
Wednesday 6th March 1974
Time
7:40pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Nerys Hughes Sandra Hutchinson
Polly James Beryl Hennessey
Mollie Sugden Thelma Hutchinson
John Nettles Paul
Jonathan Lynn Robert
Guest cast
Freddie Earlle Restaurant Manager
Elizabeth Benson Saleslady
Robin Parkinson Jeweller's Assistant
Andreas Markos Waiter
Hazel Douglas Lady in Restaurant
Elisabeth Wade Lady Thief
Spyros Moutsatos Singer
Writing team
Carla Lane Writer
John Chapman Script Editor
Production team
Douglas Argent Director
Sydney Lotterby Producer
Oliver Bayldon Production Designer

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