A Bit of a Do
Overview
A Bit of a Do, a British comedy-drama from 1989, adapted from David Nobbs' novels, features a stellar performance by David Jason. Set in a fictional Yorkshire town, each episode revolves around various social gatherings that highlight the intertwined lives of two families: the working-class Simcocks and the middle-class Rodenhursts. The narrative kicks off with the wedding of Paul Simcock and Jenny Rodenhurst, where an unexpected affair between Ted Simcock and Liz Rodenhurst begins, creating a web of complications that drives the storyline throughout the first season.
Episodes
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1
The White Wedding
On the day of Paul and Jenny's wedding, their families are forced to hide their conflicts. Liz goes to great lengths to achieve this by suggesting an ...
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2
The Dentists' Dinner Dance
Title: The Dentists' Dinner Dance Plot: Laurence and Liz are reluctant to have Ted and Rita join the dance but feel obligated to send them an invitat...
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3
The Angling Club Christmas Party
Title: The Angling Club Christmas Bash Plot: Ted and Liz arrive at the holiday gathering as a couple, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere among thei...
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4
The Charity Horse-Racing Evening
Ted confronts the reality of his bankruptcy as he faces his family and friends, compounded by Liz's departure. Liz seems to be moving on with Neville,...
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5
The Crowning Of Miss Frozen Chicken (UK)
Title: The Coronation of Miss Frozen Chicken (UK) Plot: Discord brews within the group for several reasons. Rodney has acquired Ted's foundry, leadin...
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6
The Registry Office Wedding
Title: The Registry Office Wedding Plot: Neville and Liz are set to tie the knot, but the recent tragedy of Laurence's suicide looms heavily over the...
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The Church Wedding
Title: The Church Wedding Plot: Rita is set to wed her political partner, Jerry, but her son Paul is adamant about skipping the ceremony. Ted makes a...
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2
The Christening
Title: The Christening Plot: The dynamics among the characters have shifted significantly; Rita has taken on the role of a Labour Councillor, Elvis h...
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3
The Grand Opening Of Sillitoe's
Title: The Grand Launch of Sillitoe's Plot: As Rodney and Betty unveil their new health food complex, tensions rise when Rita's council activities le...
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4
The Farewell Party
Title: The Send-Off Celebration Plot: Ted's going-away party brings together family and friends, all dressed to the nines. However, the evening takes...
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5
The Inauguration Of The Outer Inner Relief Ring Road
Rita confronts outright animosity as the unpopular ring road project stirs up discontent in the community. On top of that, she grapples with the painf...
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6
The Funeral
On the day of Neville's funeral following his tragic car accident, Liz makes an effort to infuse the event with positivity, honoring Neville's wish fo...
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7
The Civil Wedding
Rita is overjoyed as she prepares to marry Geoffrey, but her excitement turns to surprise when she discovers that Ted and Sandra are tying the knot at...
