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Hi-de-Hi! (1980)

TV Series ★ 7.1 30 min

Hi-de-Hi! is a British sitcom set in Maplins, a fictional holiday camp, during 1959 and 1960, and was written by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, who also wrote Dad's Army and It Ain't Half Hot Mum amongst others. It aired on the BBC from 1980 to 1988. The series revolved around the lives of the camp's management and entertainers, most of them struggling actors or has-beens. The inspiration was the experience of writers Perry and Croft: after being demobilised from the army, Perry was a Redcoat at Butlin's, Pwllheli during the holiday season. The series gained large audiences and won a BAFTA as Best Comedy Series in 1984. In 2004, it came 40th in Britain's Best Sitcom and in a 2008 poll on Channel 4, 'Hi-de-Hi!" was voted the 35th most popular comedy catchphrase.

Jimmy Perry Creator David Croft Creator

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Released
January 1, 1980
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt0123349
Language
English

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hi-de-Hi! about?
Hi-de-Hi! is a British sitcom set in Maplins, a fictional holiday camp, during 1959 and 1960, and was written by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, who also wrote Dad's Army and It Ain't Half Hot Mum amongst others. It aired on the BBC from 1980 to 1988. The series revolved around the lives of the camp's management and entertainers, most of them struggling actors or has-beens. The inspiration was the experience of writers Perry and Croft: after being demobilised from the army, Perry was a Redcoat at Butlin's, Pwllheli during the holiday season. The series gained large audiences and won a BAFTA as Best Comedy Series in 1984. In 2004, it came 40th in Britain's Best Sitcom and in a 2008 poll on Channel 4, 'Hi-de-Hi!" was voted the 35th most popular comedy catchphrase.
Who created Hi-de-Hi!?
Hi-de-Hi! was created by Jimmy Perry, David Croft.
Who stars in Hi-de-Hi!?
Hi-de-Hi! stars Ruth Madoc, Paul Shane, Su Pollard, Jeffrey Holland.
When was Hi-de-Hi! released?
Hi-de-Hi! is a 1980 comedy series.
Where can I watch Hi-de-Hi!?
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