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Nearest and Dearest (1968)

TV Series ★ 7.5 30 min

Comedy

Nearest and Dearest is a British television sitcom that ran from 1968 to 1973. A total of 46 episodes were made, 18 in monochrome and 28 in colour. The series, produced by Granada Television for ITV, was set in Colne, Lancashire, in the North West of England. Nellie and Eli Pledge may be siblings, but their personalities are polar opposites. If not for inheritance, they would never even think of becoming business partners for five years.

Vince Powell Creator

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Quick facts

Released
August 15, 1968
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt0062592
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
Granada Television

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Cast

Hylda Baker Hylda Baker Nellie Pledge Jimmy Jewel Jimmy Jewel Eli Pledge Joe Gladwin Joe Gladwin Stan Hardman Madge Hindle Madge Hindle Lily Tattersall Edward Malin Edward Malin Walter Tattersall

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Frequently asked questions

What is Nearest and Dearest about?
Nearest and Dearest is a British television sitcom that ran from 1968 to 1973. A total of 46 episodes were made, 18 in monochrome and 28 in colour. The series, produced by Granada Television for ITV, was set in Colne, Lancashire, in the North West of England. Nellie and Eli Pledge may be siblings, but their personalities are polar opposites. If not for inheritance, they would never even think of becoming business partners for five years.
Who created Nearest and Dearest?
Nearest and Dearest was created by Vince Powell.
Who stars in Nearest and Dearest?
Nearest and Dearest stars Hylda Baker, Jimmy Jewel, Joe Gladwin, Madge Hindle.
When was Nearest and Dearest released?
Nearest and Dearest is a 1968 comedy series.
Where can I watch Nearest and Dearest?
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