Holding The Fort - Series 1, Episode 2 - Jumping The Gun - British Comedy Guide (original) (raw)

Russell's got a head start on his new business, and Penny's facing her last interviews before rejoining the army. Unfortunately, whilst waiting at home for very important kit to arrive, Russell discovers that doing the right thing could cost him dearly.

Broadcast details

Date

Friday 12th September 1980

Time

8:30pm

Channel

ITV1

Length

30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast

Peter Davison Russell Milburn
Patricia Hodge Penny Milburn
Matthew Kelly Fitz
Christopher Godwin Captain Hector Quilley

Guest cast

Sally Home Lt. Col. Hilda Featherstonehaugh
Roger Sloman Reg (Planning Dept.)
Philip Dunbar Walter (Water Board)
Kenneth Waller Andrew (Customs and Excise)
Jay Neill Ted (Fire Officer)

Writing team

Laurence Marks Writer
Maurice Gran Writer

Production team

Derrick Goodwin Director
Derrick Goodwin Producer
Geoff Beames Editor
Alison Humphries Production Designer
Diana Parry Casting Director
Brian Pearce Lighting Designer
Denis King Composer
Al Horton Graphics
Jenny Beavan (as Jenny Bevan) Costume Designer