Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H. Corbett play father and son rag-and-bone men Albert and Harold Steptoe in the classic BBC sitcom Steptoe and Son.
Main cast
- Albert SteptoeWilfrid Brambell1–8Main
- Harold SteptoeHarry H. Corbett1–8Main
Supporting cast
- The VicarMichael BiltonSupp
Guest & voice
- Dr. ApplebyJohn Le Mesurier8Guest
- The DrunkArthur Lowe2Guest
- Mrs. BDiana Dors8Guest
- The WomanPatricia Hayes8Guest
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Steptoe and Son is a British sitcom created by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson, originally broadcast on BBC from 1962 to 1974. The series follows the dysfunctional lives of Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell) and his long-suffering son Harold (Harry H. Corbett), who run a rag-and-bone business together in London. The show is celebrated for its sharp writing and the explosive chemistry between the two…
FAQs
Who plays Harold Steptoe in Steptoe and Son?
Harold Steptoe is played by Harry H. Corbett.
Who plays Albert Steptoe in Steptoe and Son?
Albert Steptoe is played by Wilfrid Brambell.
How many series of Steptoe and Son were made?
There were eight series of the original BBC sitcom, broadcast between 1962 and 1974.
Was there a film version of Steptoe and Son?
Yes, a feature film titled Steptoe and Son was released in 1972, starring the same lead actors.
Who created Steptoe and Son?
The series was created by the writing duo Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.
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