A series of seven individual sitcom pilots from writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.
Where to Watch The Galton & Simpson Playhouse • Series 1
7 Episodes
Car Along the Pass
E1
Car Along the PassA couple go on holiday to the Swiss Alps, but the husband never stops complaining, particularly when they get stuck in a cable car.
Swap You One of These for One of Those
E2
Swap You One of These for One of ThoseA bored office worker is invited by a colleague to spice up his life at a wife-swapping party.
Cheers
E3
CheersTwo old friends who have always done everything together find themselves at a crossroads when one reveals that he's to marry that weekend.
Naught for Thy Comfort
E4
Naught for Thy ComfortAfter a three-day flight, Richard Burton arrives home, excited to see his wife, unfortunately all he has is a note from her. Even worse, nobody wants to hear his problems.
Variations on a Theme
E5
Variations on a ThemeThe eternal triangle can have more than one outcome.
I Tell You It's Burt Reynolds
E6
I Tell You It's Burt ReynoldsEternally irritating neighbour Jim pops round during 'Macmillan and Wife'. Once he gets into his head that Burt Reynolds is in the programme, he refuses to let it drop.
Big Deal in York City
E7
Big Deal in York CityAlbert has had a successful day at the races, and on the train journey home, he encounters a trio of men, who are happy to have a 'friendly' game of cards with him.
