Once Upon A Time In The North

1994Show1 season6 episodes

68
GoodGoodWatch score

A wholesome comedy series about everyday modern life and family, with standout characters.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Story

Whimsical tales of the Tollit family, who live in the picturesque Northern town of Sutton Moor. The husband, Len, is a soft-hearted, well-meaning chap who holds strong views on certain subjects and is fiercely proud of his working-class roots. But his determination to prove himself the equal of those who may consider themselves his betters often leads to confrontation and infuriates his wife, Pat. They have two children, the pre-teen Sean and the sexually-maturing Siobhan, who, at 15, is at that 'awkward age'. Living in the granny flat in their yard is Mr Bebbington, who had been Len's late mother's boyfriend but has remained with them for six months since her death. Pat constantly cajoles Len into getting Bebbington out but he is quite content to let him stay and treats him as one of the family. Len's brother, Morris, who lives nearby, is a spiritual man who comes across as half-hippy and half-witted.

Feels like

  • Wholesome Family Comedy
  • British Slice-of-Life
  • Character-Driven Humour
  • Northern England Setting
  • Intergenerational Dynamics
  • Domestic & Relatable
  • Working-Class Pride
  • Gentle Situational Comedy
  • Warm & Nostalgic

Cast

Crew

Written by
Tim Firth
Produced by
Phil Partridge
Music by
Tony Britten

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Facts

May 3, 1994 · June 7, 1994 · Ended

First aired
May 3, 1994
Last aired
June 7, 1994
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Also spoken
Swedish

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Once Upon A Time In The North worth watching?"

Questions about Once Upon A Time In The North

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Once Upon A Time In The North worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68 (IMDb 7.6).

Is Once Upon A Time In The North okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Once Upon A Time In The North?

3 h

About 3 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1994 to 1994.

Will Once Upon A Time In The North make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and sharp wit (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch Once Upon A Time In The North?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.