Does anyone have copies of the 1973/4 comedy series Billy liar starring Jeff Rawle. There were 26 episodes made and I am willing to buy/trade for as many copies as possible?
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I'd also be interested if anyone has any of these. As always, willing to trade or cover costs.
There must be few stories that have had as much shelf-life as "Billy Liar": book, film, tv series and musical to name a few. Keith Waterhouse's pension fund! (I was astounded when I heard Julie Christie admit she was turned down for her part in the film; she only got it eventually because their first choice dropped out)
Sippog
I saw some of the original film with Tom Courtney being shot in Bradford, and thought I might have been in one crowd shot, but couldn`t find myself when the film came out! I too would be interested in TV series if it can be found.
Billy Liar
First series
2nd November 1973 to 18th January 1974
- "Billy And The French Connection"
- "Billy And The Lost Weekend"
- "Billy And The Monster"
- "Billy And The Cornish Split"
- "Billy And The Freudian Slip"
- "Billy's Night In"
- "Billy And The Long Lunch"
- "Billy And The Gift Of The Magi"
- "Billy And The Au Pair"
- "Billy And The Key Of The Door"
- "Billy And Pandora's Box"
- "Billy And The Alter Ego"
Also Mini episode (Christmas 73)
- "All Star Comedy Carnival"
Second series
13th September 1974 to 6th December 1974
- "Billy And The Matrimonial Stakes"
- "Billy And The Muse Of Fire"
- "Billy And The Birthday Treat"
- "Billy And The Bed-Sit"
- "Billy And A Little Learning"
- "Billy And The New Life"
- "Billy And The Food Of Love"
- "Billy and Oriental Philosophy"
- "Billy And The Scales Of Justice"
- "Billy And The Bedside Manner"
- "Billy And The Temporary Position"
- "Billy And Some Orange Blossom"
- "Billy and A Missing Item"
26 episodes ( including the Mini-Episode )
John
Is there anyone who has access to some or all of these episodes please?
If I remember right Jeff worked in a Funeral Paelour for Mr Shadrack Colin Jeavons, is that right or is my
memory playing tricks on me. :-)
Peace
Andrew.
Series One of Billy Liar is being released in the UK in August according to Play.com(Shakey @ Apr 23 2006, 10:03 PM)
If I remember right Jeff worked in a Funeral Paelour for Mr Shadrack Colin Jeavons, is that right or is my
memory playing tricks on me. :-)
Peace
Andrew.
Great news. You can actually pre order the 1st series on Amazon. i have. It is available mid August and there is a £5 off deal on Amazon if you pre book
"Heads up, chaps - we're going to dive!"
The Billy Liar TV series is now out for anyone interested. I got a copy from Play.com.
Originally Posted by sippog
Yes - I remebered the series but had forgetten that Peter Skellern had sung the theme. Can't abide his singing, but it is good to see the series again, and interesting to recall just how long Jeff Rawle has been about.
SMUDGE
I have the mini "All Star Comedy Carnival" special of this if anyone hasn't already got a copy.
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