A Bit of a Do
Series Overview
A Bit of a Do is a British comedy drama series based on the books by David Nobbs. The show starred David Jason and was aired on ITV in 1989. It was made for the ITV network by Yorkshire Television. The show was set in a fictional Yorkshire town. Each episode took place at a different social function and followed the changing lives of two families, the working-class Simcocks and the middle-class Rodenhursts, together with their respective friends, Rodney and Betty Sillitoe, and Neville Badger. The series begins with the wedding of Ted and Rita Simcock's son Paul to Laurence and Liz Rodenhurst's daughter Jenny; an event at which Ted and Liz begin an affair. The subsequent fallout from this affair forms the basis for most of the first series.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 13 Episodes
40–60 min per episode
1989 – 1989
Premiered: Fri, Jan 13, 1989
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 7: “The Civil Wedding”
Rita is happily marrying Geoffrey and is shocked to find that Ted and Sandra are also getting married at the same registry office. Not everybody is happy however, as Jenny has left Elvis to return to Paul and Elvis's only consolation comes when he is propositioned by Liz.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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A Bit Of A Do - Series 1 - Theme / Opening
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2022-03-10
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Nobbs
David Nobbs
Vernon Lawrence, David Reynolds
Department Leadership Roster
Val Hurst
Costume Design
David Reynolds
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Bit of a Do
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What is A Bit of a Do about?
A Bit of a Do is a British comedy drama series based on the books by David Nobbs. The show starred David Jason and was aired on ITV in 1989. It was made for the ITV network by Yorkshire Television. The show was set in a fictional Yorkshire town. Each episode took place at a different social function and followed the changing lives of two families, the working-class Simcocks and the middle-class Rodenhursts, together with their respective friends, Rodney and Betty Sillitoe, and Neville Badger. The series begins with the wedding of Ted and Rita Simcock's son Paul to Laurence and Liz Rodenhurst's daughter Jenny; an event at which Ted and Liz begin an affair. The subsequent fallout from this affair forms the basis for most of the first series.
How many seasons does A Bit of a Do have?
A Bit of a Do comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in A Bit of a Do?
Key cast members in A Bit of a Do include David Jason, Gwen Taylor, Nicola Pagett, Stephanie Cole, Tim Wylton.
Who created or directed A Bit of a Do?
A Bit of a Do was developed and directed by David Nobbs.