Till Death Us Do Part

Till Death Us Do Part (1966-1975)

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Till Death Us Do Part is a British television sitcom that aired on BBC1 from 1965 to 1975. First airing as a Comedy Playhouse pilot, the show aired in seven series until 1975. Six years later, ITV continued the sitcom, calling it Till Death.... From 1985 to 1992, the BBC produced a sequel In Sickness and in Health.

Created by Johnny Speight, Till Death Us Do Part centred on the East End Garnett family, led by patriarch Alf Garnett (Warren Mitchell), a reactionary white working-class man who holds racist and anti-socialist views. His long-suffering wife Else was played by Dandy Nichols, and his daughter Rita by Una Stubbs. Rita's husband Mike Rawlins (Anthony Booth) is a socialist layabout. The character Alf Garnett became a well known character inBritish culture, and Mitchell played him on stage and television up until 1998, when Speight died.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E06UnemploymentDez. 17, 1975
S07E05A Hole in OneDez. 3, 1975
S07E04WindowNov. 26, 1975
S07E03Drunk in Charge of a BicycleNov. 19, 1975
S07E02Min the HousekeeperNov. 12, 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Till Death Us Do Part premiere?

Till Death Us Do Part premiered on July 6, 1966.

Who were the main cast members of Till Death Us Do Part?

Warren Mitchell played Alf Garnett, Anthony Booth played Mike Rawlins, Una Stubbs played Rita Rawlins and Dandy Nichols played Elsie Garnett.

What was the main theme of Till Death Us Do Part?

Till Death Us Do Part revolved around the life of a working-class family residing in the East End of London.

Who was the creator of Till Death Us Do Part?

Johnny Speight was the creator of Till Death Us Do Part.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Till Death Us Do Part?

The first season of Till Death Us Do Part had 6 episodes.

What is the significance of the title Till Death Us Do Part?

Till Death Us Do Part is a phrase commonly used in wedding vows, which means that the marital bond is meant to last until one's death.

Which network aired Till Death Us Do Part in the UK?

Till Death Us Do Part was aired on BBC One.

What were the critical reviews of Till Death Us Do Part?

Till Death Us Do Part received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the show's ability to tackle social issues with humor, while others criticized it for being offensive.

Was Till Death Us Do Part adapted in other countries?

Yes, Till Death Us Do Part was adapted in several countries, including the United States, where it was adapted as All in the Family.

How did Till Death Us Do Part portray political views?

Till Death Us Do Part was known for portraying the main character Alf Garnett's conservative and often bigoted political views.

What was the impact of Till Death Us Do Part on British television?

Till Death Us Do Part is considered to be one of the most influential television programmes in the history of British television, setting the precedent for future sitcoms.

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