Only When I Laugh (Series 4)

Film Description

A huge ratings success for ITV, Only When I Laugh was written by Eric Chappell (Rising Damp, Home to Roost) and directed by Vernon Lawrence (Duty Free, The Bounder). The series starred James Bolam (Beiderbecke), Peter Bowles (To the Manor Born) and Christopher Strauli (Raffles) as three congenital hypochondriac layabouts forever haunting the ward patrolled by the droll Doctor Thorpe (Richard Wilson - One Foot in the Grave).

Blood Brothers

Both Figgis and Dr. Thorpe agree that Archie needs a blood transfusion, but he is not too pleased when he hears the identity of his blood donor.

Conduct Unbecoming

When a doctor examines a female patient without a nurse present, the three come to the rescue.

All in the Mind

The other two get extremely sceptical when Figgis discovers an interest in psychiatry.

In Sickness & in Health

Norman and Deirdre are planning their honeymoon after a three-year engagement. But Norman has doubts about what the future holds.

Escape

Tensions run high when a convict arrives on the ward.

When Did You Last See Your Father?

An old drunk who collapses in reception has actually come in to visit his long-lost son.

The Reunion

Figgis, Glover and Norman are about to be discharged, so they plan a reunion...

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Related Genres

• Contemporary Film / Comedy
• Contemporary Film / British
• Television / Comedy
• Television / British
• Comedy