Don't Drink the Water (1974-1975)
EndedScripted showComedy
Don't Drink the Water is a British sitcom television series produced by London Weekend Television for the ITV network. The series was created and written by Ronald Chesney and Ronald Wolfe and is a spin-off from their long running sitcom On the Buses. The storyline follows Cyril Blake (Stephen Lewis) living in Spain with his sister Dorothy (Pat Coombs) after his retirement from the Luxton & District Traction Company. Thirteen episodes were broadcast over two series from 27 July 1974 to 6 December 1975.
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Scheduleevery Saturday (25 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S02E06 | Keeping Fit | Dec 6, 1975 |
| S02E05 | Fred | Nov 29, 1975 |
| S02E04 | The Neighbours | Nov 22, 1975 |
| S02E03 | A Helping Hand | Nov 15, 1975 |
| S02E02 | The Romance | Nov 8, 1975 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did Don't Drink the Water premiere?
Don't Drink the Water premiered on September 11, 1974.
Who were the main cast members in Don't Drink the Water?
The main cast members of Don't Drink the Water were Bernard Cribbins, Jack Haig, and Pat Coombs.
What was the genre of Don't Drink the Water?
Don't Drink the Water was a sitcom.
Who was the creator of Don't Drink the Water?
Don't Drink the Water was based on a play of the same name by Woody Allen.
Where was Don't Drink the Water set?
Don't Drink the Water was set in an American Embassy in an unnamed European country.
What was the premise of Don't Drink the Water?
Don't Drink the Water followed the adventures of a hapless family who takes shelter in an American embassy after being accused of spying.
How many total episodes of Don't Drink the Water were there?
There were a total of 13 episodes of Don't Drink the Water.
Did Don't Drink the Water win any awards during its run?
No, Don't Drink the Water did not win any awards during its run.
What was the audience response to Don't Drink the Water?
The audience response to Don't Drink the Water was mixed. Some found it humorous, while others found it crude and politically insensitive.
Which network produced Don't Drink the Water?
Don't Drink the Water was produced by BBC Television.
What was the tone of Don't Drink the Water?
Don't Drink the Water had a broad, slapstick tone, with exaggerated comedic performances.
Was there a laugh track used in Don't Drink the Water?
Yes, a laugh track was used in Don't Drink the Water.
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