Common As Muck
Overview
Common As Muck offers a raw yet humorous glimpse into the world of refuse collectors and their management team. This BBC comedy-drama, which aired across two series—first in 1994 and followed by a second in 1997—captures the everyday struggles and camaraderie of its characters. Audiences were charmed by its blend of wit and realism, earning both series nominations for a BAFTA in the Best Drama category. The show skillfully balances the challenges of working-class life with moments of levity, making it a notable entry in British television history.
Episodes
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1
The Nose Out of Joint
This drama series chronicles the escapades of a group of refuse collectors navigating the challenges brought on by privatization. They are a rowdy cr...
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2
Keeping the Refuse Tender
As the deadline looms, the management faces tough decisions to retain the refuse tender. Supercrew is under scrutiny, and they must tread carefully t...
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3
The Weekend
The weekend arrives, and the council gathers to determine the recipient of the refuse contract. Meanwhile, Jonno is gearing up for a significant night...
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4
Supercrew at the Job Centre
The Belgians have stepped in, represented by Propre UK and the suave Brian Forget. The refuse collectors, compelled to swallow their pride, must regis...
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5
Cash Bonus
Ken gets exciting news from his boss, while Denice prepares to share an important update. Meanwhile, Jonno uncovers the truth about Marie's job, reve...
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6
One More Battle to Fight
The refuse collectors band together to resist the demands of Propre UK, initiating a deliberate slowdown in their work. Determined to assert their rig...
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Episode 1
The refuse collectors come together to celebrate Nev's retirement with a heartfelt farewell, recognizing that their profession faces looming challenge...
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2
Episode 2
Ken and Bernard embark on a quest to earn an honest living by taking on a painting job at the local church. As they tackle this task, Nev finds himse...
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3
Episode 3
The guys head to Fleetwood to prevent Nev from tying the knot with Irene, whom they suspect is after his fortune. Meanwhile, the Millennium Games Com...
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4
Episode 4
Nev is reluctant to head back to Hepworth. Meanwhile, Sharon and Ken face challenges with their new salon venture. Prabhakar learns that he has receiv...
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5
Episode 5
Parry finds himself overwhelmed by financial stress as Pete demands repayment of his loans, leading him to contemplate a desperate solution. Just whe...
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Episode 6
The group devises a scheme to free George from prison, believing he can guide them to the crucial photograph that will unveil Stranks and Roberts's w...
