Sorry!

Sorry! (1981-1988)

EndedScripted showComedy

Sorry! is a BBC television sitcom, that aired on BBC1 from 1981 to 1982 and from 1985 to 1988. Starring Ronnie Corbett, created and written by Ian Davidson and Peter Vincent for the BBC, both of whom had previously written for The Two Ronnies, of whom Corbett was one half.

The theme music was composed by Gaynor Colbourn and Hugh Wisdom, arranged by Gaynor Colbourn and conducted by Ronnie Hazlehurst.

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Scheduleevery Monday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E06Up, Up and Away?Okt. 10, 1988
S07E05Winter's TalesOkt. 3, 1988
S07E04Flying LessionsSept. 26, 1988
S07E03A Fool and His MoneySept. 19, 1988
S07E02Every Day in Every WaySept. 12, 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Sorry! premiere?

"Sorry!" premiered on September 5th, 1981.

Who created Sorry!?

"Sorry!" was created by Ian Davidson and Peter Vincent.

What was the inspiration behind Sorry!?

"Sorry!" was inspired by Ian Davidson's own experiences growing up with his mother and her new spouse.

Who played the lead character Timothy Lumsden in Sorry!?

Timothy Lumsden was played by Ronnie Corbett.

What is the plot of Sorry!?

"Sorry!" follows the life of Timothy Lumsden, a 41-year-old librarian who still lives at home with his parents and struggles to break free from their overprotective ways.

Who played Timothy's father in Sorry!?

Timothy's father was played by William Moore.

Who played Timothy's mother in Sorry!?

Timothy's mother was played by Barbara Lott.

Was Sorry! a sitcom or a drama?

"Sorry!" was a British sitcom.

How many episodes were produced for Sorry!?

There were a total of 48 episodes of "Sorry!" produced.

Did "Sorry!" have a laugh track?

Yes, "Sorry!" was filmed in front of a live studio audience.

Was "Sorry!" well-received by critics?

Yes, "Sorry!" was well-received by critics and audiences alike, and was known for its clever writing and strong performances.

Did "Sorry!" win any awards during its run?

Yes, "Sorry!" won the BAFTA TV Award for Best Light Entertainment Performance for Ronnie Corbett in 1986.

What were some recurring themes in "Sorry!"?

Recurring themes in "Sorry!" included Timothy's attempts to gain independence, his parents' overbearing ways, and his unsuccessful attempts at romance.

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