King of the Castle

King of the Castle (1977)

EndedScripted showAdventure, Children, Fantasy

King of the Castle is a children's drama series that follows Roland Wright, a timid schoolboy who is much put upon by his overbearing parents and the bullies at school. To compensate for his meekness in real life, Roland develops an elaborate imaginary world where everyone he knows appears as a grotesque double and he can be top dog. However, when a freak accident throws him into this alternate reality, Roland will have to rely on all his wits if he truly wants to be the king of the castle...

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 17:45 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Part 07Jun 19, 1977
S01E06Part 06Jun 12, 1977
S01E05Part 05Jun 5, 1977
S01E04Part 04May 29, 1977
S01E03Part 03May 22, 1977
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'King of the Castle' premiere?

'King of the Castle' premiered on September 7, 1977.

Who were the main characters in 'King of the Castle'?

The main characters in 'King of the Castle' were Arthur King, played by Philip Brack, and Terry King, played by George Cole.

What was the premise of 'King of the Castle'?

'King of the Castle' followed the story of Arthur King, a self-made millionaire, and his relationships with his family and employees.

Who created 'King of the Castle'?

'King of the Castle' was created by Bob Larbey.

What genre does 'King of the Castle' fall into?

'King of the Castle' falls into the genre of comedy-drama.

Where was 'King of the Castle' set?

'King of the Castle' was set in London, England.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'King of the Castle'?

The first season of 'King of the Castle' consisted of 6 episodes.

Who directed the episodes of 'King of the Castle'?

Various directors were involved in directing the episodes of 'King of the Castle'.

Did 'King of the Castle' receive any awards or nominations?

'King of the Castle' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

What were some notable guest stars on 'King of the Castle'?

Notable guest stars on 'King of the Castle' included Richard Beckinsale, Joan Collins, and David Jason.

Was 'King of the Castle' a popular show in its time?

'King of the Castle' had a moderate level of popularity during its run.

Did 'King of the Castle' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'King of the Castle' was filmed in front of a live studio audience and had a laugh track.

Were there any spin-offs or related shows to 'King of the Castle'?

No, there were no spin-offs or related shows to 'King of the Castle'.

Did 'King of the Castle' have any notable catchphrases?

Yes, one notable catchphrase from 'King of the Castle' was "Money, money, money!"

What was the critical reception of 'King of the Castle'?

'King of the Castle' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances while others found the humor lacking.

Did 'King of the Castle' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'King of the Castle' had a memorable theme song titled "King of the Castle," performed by Tony Burrows.

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