Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt!
Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt!

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Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt!

1977
TV Show
Ended
3 Seasons
English

Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt! is an ITV sitcom that ran from 1974 to 1977 starring Bill Maynard as the council labourer, Scarsdale Working Men’s Club secretary, hapless handyman and all-round public nuisance Selwyn Froggitt. It was created by Roy Clarke, who wrote the pilot episode transmitted in 1974, though the series was mostly written by Alan Plater. It was made for the ITV network by Yorkshire Television With outdoor location filming of the series filmed in Skelmanthorpe, West Yorkshire and Elvington, North Yorkshire

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Peter Frazer-JonesGenres: Comedy, Sitcom

Plot Summary

The series follows the hapless and accident-prone Selwyn Froggitt, a new schoolteacher at the Robert Heath School. Despite his best intentions, Selwyn's attempts to impart knowledge and discipline often descend into chaos, much to the dismay of his colleagues and the amusement of his students. The show humorously portrays the everyday struggles and absurdities of school life through Selwyn's bumbling antics.

Critical Reception

Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt! was a popular British sitcom in the late 1970s, known for its slapstick humor and the relatable struggles of its titular character. While not critically lauded for profound depth, it was appreciated for its light-hearted comedic performances and its successful portrayal of a well-meaning but inept protagonist navigating the challenges of teaching.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Bill Oddie's comedic performance as the accident-prone teacher.

  • Found humor in the relatable chaos of school life and teaching mishaps.

  • Considered a light and entertaining, albeit simple, sitcom of its era.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the nostalgic appeal of the show and Bill Oddie's comedic timing. Many recall it as a fondly remembered part of British television comedy from the 70s, appreciating its straightforward humor.

Fun Fact

The show was written by Alan Simpson and Ray Galton, the acclaimed writing duo behind classic British sitcoms like 'Steptoe and Son' and 'Hancock's Half Hour'.

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