The Vital Spark

The Vital Spark (1965-1974)

EndedScripted showComedy

A tale of a Scottish tug And their travels up and down the Argyll coast.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 19:15 (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E06The WeddingOct 24, 1974
S03E05Highland VoyageOct 17, 1974
S03E04Bad Luck CargoOct 10, 1974
S03E03A Drop of the Real StuffOct 3, 1974
S03E02The QuarrelSep 26, 1974
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Vital Spark' premiere?

'The Vital Spark' premiered in 1965.

Who were the main characters in 'The Vital Spark'?

The main characters in 'The Vital Spark' were Captain Para Handy, Dougie, Dan, and Sunny Jim.

What was the genre of 'The Vital Spark'?

'The Vital Spark' was a comedy-drama television series.

Where was 'The Vital Spark' set?

'The Vital Spark' was set in the fictional town of Auchtertyre on the west coast of Scotland.

Who was the creator of 'The Vital Spark'?

'The Vital Spark' was based on the Para Handy stories by Neil Munro.

What was the premise of 'The Vital Spark'?

'The Vital Spark' followed the misadventures of the crew of a Clyde puffer boat called the Vital Spark.

What type of boat was the Vital Spark?

The Vital Spark was a Clyde puffer boat, a type of small steamboat used for carrying cargo on the west coast of Scotland.

Who played the role of Captain Para Handy in 'The Vital Spark'?

Roddy McMillan played the role of Captain Para Handy in 'The Vital Spark'.

How many crew members were on the Vital Spark?

The Vital Spark had a crew of four members: Captain Para Handy, Dougie, Dan, and Sunny Jim.

What were some recurring themes in 'The Vital Spark'?

Some recurring themes in 'The Vital Spark' were the crew's misadventures, humorous misunderstandings, and their interactions with the locals.

Did 'The Vital Spark' have a laugh track?

No, 'The Vital Spark' did not have a laugh track. The comedy was primarily driven by the characters and their situations.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Vital Spark'?

The first season of 'The Vital Spark' consisted of 8 episodes.

Did 'The Vital Spark' receive any awards or nominations?

Unfortunately, there is no information available about awards or nominations received by 'The Vital Spark'.

What was the running time of each episode of 'The Vital Spark'?

Each episode of 'The Vital Spark' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Was 'The Vital Spark' based on real events?

No, 'The Vital Spark' was not based on real events. It was a fictional comedy-drama series.

Did 'The Vital Spark' have any spin-offs or sequels?

No, 'The Vital Spark' did not have any spin-offs or sequels produced.

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