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Citizen James

1960·Show
32Episodes in3Seasons
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1
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IMDb7.1
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Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy5

World

History

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5
  • Sound Centrality5

Who it's for

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About

At and around Soho cafe Charlie's Nosh Bar, Sidney Balmoral James ('Sid') is on the lookout for any get-rich-quick scheme. He is helped by William Montmorency Beaumont Kerr ('Billy the Kerr') and quite often frustrated by local bookmaker Albert Welshman. Meanwhile, Sid's long-suffering girlfriend Liz has been waiting for seven years for Sid to set the date.
Classic British SitcomCharacter-Driven ComedySocial CommentaryGet-Rich-Quick SchemesObservational HumorWorkplace ComedyEveryday LifeNostalgic TelevisionDialogue-Heavy HumorPeople's Champion

Crew

Directed by:
Philip Barker
Written by:
Ray Galton, Alan Simpson, Alan Simpson
Produced by:
Duncan Wood

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Citizen James worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Citizen James have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 32 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

When did Citizen James air?

It ran from 1960 to 1962 and has ended.

What language is Citizen James in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.