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Steptoe and Son

1962 – 1974 · BBC One
8 seasons · 55 episodes
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Comedy

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A father and son who work as rag-and-bone men live together in Shepherd's Bush, London. While Albert is content with their way of life, Harold aspires to better himself and build a life of his own, but his attempts are repeatedly thwarted by his father, leading to frequent clashes between the two.

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A fashion shoot at the Steptoes' yard, Harold's troubled love life and Albert's unexpected interests provide a series of unusual disruptions to their routine. Their final run also finds them dealing with family secrets, physical setbacks and Albert's attempts to contact the dead.

SERIES CAST

Harry H. Corbett
Harold Steptoe
Wilfrid Brambell
Albert Steptoe
Frank Thornton
Barman
Dudley Foster
Mr. Stonelake
Bill Maxam
The Commissionaire
George Tovey
Rag 'n' Bone Man
Tim Buckland
Herbert
Peter Thompson
Party Member
Created by Ray Galton

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Status
Ended
Type
Scripted
First aired
Jan 5, 1962
Original language
EN
Country
GB

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