Open All Hours
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Open All Hours is a British television sitcom created and written by Roy Clarke, starring Ronnie Barker as penny-pinching corner-shopkeeper Albert Arkwright, and David Jason as his nephew and assistant Granville. The programme originated as a 1973 episode of Barker’s comedy anthology Seven of One, and later ran for 26 episodes; the first series broadcast on BBC2, the remaining three series broadcast on BBC1.
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Series 1
Full of Mysterious Promise
Stuttering shopkeeper Albert Arkwright, assisted by his much put-upon nephew Granville, runs the corner shop in a Doncaster suburb, boasting that it's open all hours. When not pursuing Gladys Emmanuel, the district nurse who lives opposite the shop, Arkwright is ever on the lookout to save money, such as buying a load of fire-damaged tinned food. Unfortunately, the damage means that all the labels have come off so nobody knows exactly what they're meant to be buying.
A Mattress on Wheels
Fed up with having to do deliveries in all weathers on his bike, Granville suggests Arkwright invest in a van. Needless to say, his uncle balks at the expense until Granville points out that it could be a mattress on wheels, a means of impressing Nurse Gladys. Arkwright buys a secondhand one and Granville wishes he hadn't when he takes it out on the road.
A Nice Cosy Little Disease
Arkwright feels that Nurse Gladys has been neglecting him and, in order to get her undivided attention, he must come down with a 'disease', nothing too serious, just something that'll have her lavishing attention on him. She sees through the ruse and is ready to beat him at his own game.
Beware of the Dog
When a crime wave hits the area, Arkwright decides to scare off any potential burglars by putting up a notice that says BEWARE OF THE DOG but, since everybody knows that he has no dog, he goes out to borrow one for the weekend from the local kennels.
Well Catered Funeral
Arkwright goes with Nurse Gladys to the funeral of his friend Parslow. He's not keen to leave Granville in charge but it affords the opportunity to get rid of some unwanted bakery products for the wake. Having rung the shop constantly to ensure that Granville has got things under control, he later tells him he should get out more — as this'll give Arkwright more opportunity with Nurse Gladys.
Apples and Self Service
Arkwright has bought too many apples and desperately tries in vain to persuade each successive customer to buy some. After raising eyebrows around town after finding a pair of shop window dummy's legs, Granville tells his uncle he should adopt the personal touch in his sales methods. Arkwright, however, plumps for self-service and then suspects everyone of shoplifting.
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Stream Open All Hours online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated comedy series originally produced in English and released in 1976, it's earned a solid 7.9/10 from 57 viewers worldwide.
About Open All Hours
Open All Hours is a British television sitcom created and written by Roy Clarke, starring Ronnie Barker as penny-pinching corner-shopkeeper Albert Arkwright, and David Jason as his nephew and assistant Granville. The programme originated as a 1973 episode of Barker’s comedy anthology Seven of One, and later ran for 26 episodes; the first series broadcast on BBC2, the remaining three series broadcast on BBC1. Across 4 seasons and 25 episodes, originally airing on BBC One.
Open All Hours Cast and Characters
The cast features Ronnie Barker (as Albert Arkwright), David Jason (as Granville), and Lynda Baron (as Nurse Gladys Emmanuel). Their performances are a major reason Open All Hours has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Open All Hours keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does Open All Hours have?
Open All Hours has 25 episodes across 4 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Open All Hours good? What's the rating?
Open All Hours holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 57 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Open All Hours?
The main cast includes Ronnie Barker, David Jason, and Lynda Baron.
Is Open All Hours available in English?
Yes — Open All Hours was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Open All Hours released?
Open All Hours first aired in 1976.
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How many seasons and episodes does Open All Hours have?
Open All Hours currently has 4 seasons and a total of 25 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Open All Hours about?
Open All Hours is a British television sitcom created and written by Roy Clarke, starring Ronnie Barker as penny-pinching corner-shopkeeper Albert Arkwright, and David Jason as his nephew and assistant Granville. The programme originated as a 1973 episode of Barker’s comedy anthology Seven of One, and later ran for… It belongs to the Comedy genre.
In which language is Open All Hours originally available?
Open All Hours was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Open All Hours first released?
Open All Hours first premiered on February 20, 1976 (1976). The series has since concluded its run.
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