Dad's Army
- TV Series
- 1968–1977
- 30m
A ragtag group of Home Guard volunteers prepare for an imminent German invasion during World War II.A ragtag group of Home Guard volunteers prepare for an imminent German invasion during World War II.A ragtag group of Home Guard volunteers prepare for an imminent German invasion during World War II.
- Won 1 BAFTA Award
- 3 wins & 9 nominations total
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- TriviaAn episode is kept on standby by the BBC for use as an emergency back-up program, to be broadcast if a major technical problem prevents normal programs being shown. This came to light on June 20, 2000 when the Six O'Clock News (1984) was interrupted by a power failure at the BBC, and an episode of this show was transmitted in its place.
- GoofsOn multiple occasions throughout the series Bill Pertwee (Chief Warden Hodges) can clearly be seen mouthing dialogue of the other actors.
- Quotes
Frazer: Captain Mainwaring. Did I ever tell you the story about the old, empty barn.
Mainwaring: Um. No.
Frazer: Would you like to hear the story about the old, empty barn?
Mainwaring: Um. Yes. Listen everybody. Frazer's going to tell us the story about the old empty barn.
Frazer: Right. The story of the old empty barn. Well. There was nothing in it.
- ConnectionsFeatured in That's Showbusiness: Episode #6.3 (1994)
- SoundtracksWho Do You Think You Are Kidding, Mr. Hitler?
(opening titles)
Written by Derek Taverner and Jimmy Perry
Performed by Bud Flanagan
Featured review
I was a youngster during WW II living in America but I was made well aware of the courage and resolve of the British people. Dad's Army, in addition to being the best comedy show ever, shows us this courage. Unlike so many sit coms, it is not mean or vicious but is gentle yet over the top funny. Despite their bumbling and odd approach to things, their love of country, their braveness, and their willingness to die for England if they have to, always shows through.
I own over 50 episodes on either VHS or DVD and am constantly searching for the ones I do not have. In addition I have both volumes of the complete scripts. I never get tired of watching or reading them. I can't watch the final episode (Never Too Old wherein Jonesy gets married and they drink a toast to the Home Guard every where)without feeling some tears welling up in my eyes. In fact, I'm starting to choke up a bit right now just thinking about it.
I have acquaintances (notice I don't say friends) who have watched it with me and just don't get it. They prefer the smart Alex stuff which passes for humor today. I do feel sorry for them.
I own over 50 episodes on either VHS or DVD and am constantly searching for the ones I do not have. In addition I have both volumes of the complete scripts. I never get tired of watching or reading them. I can't watch the final episode (Never Too Old wherein Jonesy gets married and they drink a toast to the Home Guard every where)without feeling some tears welling up in my eyes. In fact, I'm starting to choke up a bit right now just thinking about it.
I have acquaintances (notice I don't say friends) who have watched it with me and just don't get it. They prefer the smart Alex stuff which passes for humor today. I do feel sorry for them.
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- The Fighting Tigers
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- Runtime30 minutes
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- 1.33 : 1
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