All Gas and Gaiters (1967) is a comedy web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch All Gas and Gaiters online in HD.
All Gas and Gaiters — Storyline
All Gas and Gaiters is a British television ecclesiastical sitcom which aired on BBC1 from 1966 to 1971. It was written by Pauline Devaney and Edwin Apps, a husband-and-wife team who used the pseudonym of "John Wraith" when writing the pilot.
At St Oggs Cathedral is a carefree bishop, an old tippling archdeacon, and an accident-prone chaplain, who all wish to live a quiet bachelor life, but this is continually threatened by the dean, who tries to bring by-the-book rule to the cathedral.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Pauline Delaney, Edwin Apps
- Starring: Robertson Hare, William Mervyn, Derek Nimmo
All Gas and Gaiters — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1967-01-31 |
| Seasons | 5 |
| Episodes | 32 |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Network | BBC One |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 6.2/10 (4 votes) |
All Gas and Gaiters — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The Bishop Gets the Sack (1967-01-31) — BBC journalist Timothy Post arrives at St Oggs to film a documentary, and someone is required to go in front of the camera. The Bishop is keen to stop the Dean from taking on the r
- E2: The Bishop Meets a Bird (1967-02-07) — The Bishop has been sought to contribute an article on the Cathedral for a local paper, and he sets to with enthusiasm. His discovery of an old tradition called 'Pedlar's Right', a
- E3: The Bishop Writes a Sermon (1967-02-14) — With an impending visit to his alma mater to deliver a sermon for Founder's Day, the Bishop determines not to forget it – as he did the previous year. But in the end, he misplaces
- E4: The Bishop Sees a Ghost (1967-02-21) — There have been several sightings of a ghost in the Cathedral and attention turns to the Bishop, who is called upon to perform an exorcism. The Bishop, however, decides to hunt out
- E5: The Bishop Turns to Crime (1967-02-28) — When the Dean mistakenly entrusts the Bishop to look after his man-eating plant, he little realises the chaos that it causes. If the Bishop had not arranged for a removal of junk f
- E6: Only Three Can Play (1967-03-07) — The Bishop's normal Thursday night game with Noote and the Archdeacon is thrown into chaos when the Dean arrives. Only three people are allowed to play but the Dean wants in and he
Season 2
- E1: The Dean Goes Primitive (1967-11-24) — The Dean has promised the congregation that he is going to return St Ogg's to its primitive roots. He wishes to replace the Bishop's comfortable throne with a large stone and make
- E2: The Bishop Gives a Party (1967-12-01) — Having endured one of the Dean's parties the previous night, the Bishop and Archdeacon are not over-pleased when Noote forces them to attend another. But they're in for a surprise
- E3: The Bishop Gets a Letter (1967-12-08) — When the Bishop receives a letter from the Archbishop inquiring about the poor clergy in the diocese, he's adamant that all parishes in his jurisdiction are poverty free. Noote adv
- E4: The Bishop Goes to Town (1967-12-15) — In an effort to make his mark on the history of St Ogg's, the Bishop is encouraged to buy at auction the sermons of Bishop Gurdon, a 14th century notable. This would ensure the Bis
- E5: Give a Dog a Bad Name (1967-12-22) — The Dean has heard Noote whispering sweet nothings to a 'woman' in the old stables and complains to the Bishop. Turns out Noote has been looking after an Afghan hound and, to compl
- E6: The Bishop Gives a Shove (1967-12-29) — After another row with the Dean, the Bishop decides he's tired of arguing and decides to play the bigger man. He is persuaded to recommend the Dean for the newly created diocese of
Season 3
- E1: The Bishop Learns the Facts (1969-01-08) — It appears that Noote has finally found a girlfriend and the Archdeacon thinks the time is right for the Bishop to tell him the facts of life. But, in reality, Noote has been asked
- E2: The Bishop Has a Flutter (1969-01-15) — The Archdeacon offers the Bishop a chance to make some money by selling him tickets for an OAP raffle. The Bishop is going to the point-to-point horse racing and is encouraged by t
- E3: The Bishop Is Hospitable (1969-01-22) — The Dean agrees with St Paul that 'a Bishop should be given to hospitality' but he's taken by surprise at the outcome.
- E4: The Bishop Pays a Visit (1969-01-29) — The Bishop is stung by the Dean's accusation that his visits to the diocese are out of date. In an attempt to teach the Dean a lesson, he decides to visit St Ogg's, in his official
- E5: The Bishop Takes a Holiday (1969-02-05) — There is evidence that the Methodists are poaching Anglican congregations so the Bishop decides to fight fire with fire.
- E6: The Affair at Cookham Lock (1969-02-12) — There is great anticipation at St Ogg's when the final episode of a TV thriller is about to be broadcast – but the Dean does not share their enthusiasm and his presence is unwelcom
- E7: The Bishop Keeps His Diary (1969-02-19) — Keeping a diary should be a very private affair but the Bishop is having trouble keeping his from the Dean.
Season 4
- E1: The Bishop Buys a Car (1970-04-15) — When it comes to car shopping, the Bishop can only see one model suitable for him, but the Dean disapproves.
- E2: The Bishop Gains a Reputation (1970-04-22) — There's concern for the Archdeacon when he isn't feeling himself, and his trip to Harley Street makes the Bishop fear the worst.
- E3: The Bishop Loves His Neighbour (1970-04-29) — The Dean has planned a "Good Neighbour Week" but the enthusiasm is muted because it coincides with the Test cricket.
- E4: The Bishop Beats the System (1970-05-06) — When the Bishop receives a substantial offer for St Ogg's cloak, he sees it as an ideal way of raising funds for clergy widows. However, the Dean is opposed and the Bishop must get
- E5: The Bishop Buys a Mug (1970-05-13) — The Bishop shows his ruthless streak when he looks to add a much desired piece to his art collection.
- E6: When in Rome (1970-05-20) — It's the Bishop's birthday and he should be happy but, as usual, the Dean has managed to rob it of its charm.
- E7: The Bishop Takes Up Business (1970-05-27) — When the Bishop decides to become a bit more enterprising, he finds it more difficult than he thought…
Season 5
- E1: The Bishop Warms Up (1971-05-13) — Now that the Dean has replaced the annual hymn service with a music festival, there is a need to house the boys' choir. Due to local bylaws, it is down to the Bishop to put them up
- E2: The Bishop Entertains (1971-05-20) — It's St Ogg's annual garden party, and the Bishop has received a letter from an old friend, Mrs Arnold. After meeting her again recently, he's keen to do what he should have done t
- E3: The Bishop Gives a Present (1971-05-27) — The Dean's silver wedding anniversary is approaching, and he's been dropping rather a lot of hints around St Ogg's as to what he would like as a gift. However, it seems he's got so
- E4: The Bishop Shows His Loyalty (1971-06-03) — The Bishop stews in envy as the Dean announces his invitation to preach for at Windsor. When the Dean has an accident in the garden, the Bishop sees an opportunity too good to pass
- E5: The Bishop Has a Rest (1971-06-10) — When the Bishop is awoken from his afternoon rest by the sound of the cathedral bells, he's confused as they haven't rang for years. His confusion turns to anger when he hears that
- E6: The Bishop Loses His Chaplain (1971-06-17) — When the Bishop decides to spend his money on a new colour television instead of a typist, an overwhelmed Noote resigns. But Noote decides to stay when the Dean's precocious niece
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does All Gas and Gaiters have? 5 season(s) with 32 episodes.
Who created All Gas and Gaiters? Pauline Delaney, Edwin Apps.
Where can I watch All Gas and Gaiters? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
