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Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Type: Scripted

Rating: 6.0/10

Sharon and Elsie

TV SERIES 1984 2 SEASONS

Overview

Sharon and Elsie is a British sitcom that aired for two seasons from 1984 to 1985. It starred Brigit Forsyth and Janette Beverley. Elsie Beecroft is a middle-aged, middle-class office administrator in a printing firm. Her world is perfectly ordered until young working-class Sharon Wilkes is hired as the new office secretary. Initially prone to be snobbish, Elsie soon learns to appreciate Sharon and the two become friends. Many episodes revolve around the family life of either Sharon or Elsie, with Sharon's brother Elvis, her boyfriend Wayne, and Elsie's husband Roland making regular appearances. Factory scenes would usually involve lecherous floor manager Stanley Crabtree and Sharon and Elsie's prickly responses to his womanising. Grumpy tea lady Ivy would also make appear regularly.

This production, originally released in 1984, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.0 across its 2 seasons.

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

Directed By

N/A

Written By

Arline Whittaker

Starring Cast

Seasons

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Season 1

6 Episodes • Aired 1984-01-27

No season overview provided for this season.

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Season 2

6 Episodes • Aired 1985-06-21

No season overview provided for this season.

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