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Status: Ended

Network: Channel 4

Type: Scripted

Rating: 7.3/10

Desmond's

TV SERIES 1989 6 SEASONS

Overview

Desmond's was a British television situation comedy broadcast by Channel 4 from 1989 to 1994. With 71 episodes, Desmond's became Channel 4's longest-running sitcom. The first series was shot in 1988, with the first episode broadcast in January 1989. The show was made in and set in Peckham, London, England and featured a predominantly Black British Guyanese cast. Conceived and co-written by Trix Worrell, and produced by Charlie Hanson and Humphrey Barclay, this series starred Norman Beaton as barber Desmond Ambrose. Desmond's shop was a gathering place for an assortment of local characters.

This production, originally released in 1989, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.3 across its 6 seasons.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Comedy.
  • • Produced in United Kingdom.
  • • Original Language: English.

Starring Cast

Seasons

Desmond's - Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

6 Episodes • Aired 1989-01-05

No season overview provided for this season.

Desmond's - Season 2 Episode Guide

Season 2

13 Episodes • Aired 1990-01-22

No season overview provided for this season.

Desmond's - Season 3 Episode Guide

Season 3

13 Episodes • Aired 1991-10-28

No season overview provided for this season.

Desmond's - Season 4 Episode Guide

Season 4

13 Episodes • Aired 1992-10-05

No season overview provided for this season.

Desmond's - Season 5 Episode Guide

Season 5

13 Episodes • Aired 1993-09-27

No season overview provided for this season.

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