On the Buses
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On the Buses is a British comedy series created by Ronald Wolfe and Ronald Chesney, broadcast in the United Kingdom from 1969 to 1973. The writers' previous successes with The Rag Trade and Meet the Wife were for the BBC, but the corporation rejected On the Buses, not seeing much comedy potential in a bus depot as a setting. The comedy partnership turned to a friend, Frank Muir, Head of Entertainment at London Weekend Television, who loved the idea; the show was accepted and despite a poor critical reception became a hit with viewers.
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Episodes
Series 1
The Early Shift
The bus crews go on strike because of disagreements with the management. It causes no end of trouble at work and at home. Stan is hailed hero of the day.
The New Conductor
When Stan sees his new clippie Iris all his nervousness goes, and they end up on a date together. He tells mum he is working an extra shift so he can take Iris out. What will Arthur and Mum think when he takes her home after the pub?
Olive Takes a Trip (aka Olive's First Day)
To help with the family income, Olive gets a job as a clippie. She gets put on Stan's bus, against his wishes. The trouble is Olive does not travel well!
Bus Driver's Stomach
Sitting on the bus engine all day has given Stan an over acidic stomach, known at the depot as 'bus drivers stomach'. When Blakey announces medical checks for the staff, Stan has to try and get himself fit to pass the medical, even if it means giving up greasy fried food!
The New Inspector
Stan is in need of some extra cash, so he applies for a position as an Inspector, but soon starts to worry about what the other lads will think of him.
The Canteen
After complaints are made about it, the bus crews decide to take over the running of the canteen and make Olive the new cook.
The Darts Match
Stan and Jack are challenged to a darts match by two clippies, Iris and Jenny. Stan feels he's a bit out of practice and so spends all his spare time practicing his darts playing. When he drops one of his darts in Olive's stew, he has to use a new set which he is not used to. His darts playing has the added problem of Iris' flirting during the match!
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About On the Buses
On the Buses is a British comedy series created by Ronald Wolfe and Ronald Chesney, broadcast in the United Kingdom from 1969 to 1973. The writers' previous successes with The Rag Trade and Meet the Wife were for the BBC, but the corporation rejected On the Buses, not seeing much comedy potential in a bus depot as a setting. The comedy partnership turned to a friend, Frank Muir, Head of Entertainment at London Weekend Television, who loved the idea; the show was accepted and despite a poor critical reception became a hit with viewers. Across 7 seasons and 74 episodes, originally airing on ITV1.
On the Buses Cast and Characters
The cast features Reg Varney (as Stan Butler), Bob Grant (as Jack Harper), Stephen Lewis (as Inspector Cyril 'Blakey' Blake), Doris Hare (as Mum), and Anna Karen (as Olive Rudge). Their performances are a major reason On the Buses has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch On the Buses NowWhy People Are Watching On the Buses
On the Buses flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about On the Buses
Where can I watch On the Buses online for free?
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How many episodes does On the Buses have?
On the Buses has 74 episodes across 7 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is On the Buses good? What's the rating?
On the Buses holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 30 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of On the Buses?
The main cast includes Reg Varney, Bob Grant, Stephen Lewis, and Doris Hare, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is On the Buses available in English?
Yes — On the Buses was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was On the Buses released?
On the Buses first aired in 1969.
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You can watch On the Buses online for free on Bowood.TV. All 74 episodes across 7 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does On the Buses have?
On the Buses currently has 7 seasons and a total of 74 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 On the Buses about?
On the Buses is a British comedy series created by Ronald Wolfe and Ronald Chesney, broadcast in the United Kingdom from 1969 to 1973. The writers' previous successes with The Rag Trade and Meet the Wife were for the BBC, but the corporation rejected On the Buses, not seeing much comedy potential in a bus depot as a… It belongs to the Comedy genre.
In which language is On the Buses originally available?
On the Buses 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 On the Buses first released?
On the Buses first premiered on February 28, 1969 (1969). The series has since concluded its run.
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