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Andy Capp

1988·Show
6Episodes in1Season

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Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension2
  • Violence2

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Wholesome4

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

History, everyday modern life, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition5
  • Cinematography4
  • Editing4

Who it's for

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About

Andy Capp is a British sitcom based on the cartoon Andy Capp. It starred James Bolam and ran for one series in 1988. It was written by Keith Waterhouse. Unusually, for a sitcom, there was no studio audience during the filming of Andy Capp. It was made for the ITV network by Thames Television. Andy Capp is a slothful man from Hartlepool, whose life consists of drinking, sleeping, watching TV, betting, going to the pub and occasionally playing football. His wife, Flo, is constantly annoyed by her lazy husband and frequently uses a rolling pin as a weapon.
British SitcomWorking-Class HumorCharacter-Driven ComedyCartoon AdaptationSlice of LifeMarriage DynamicsNostalgic ViewingDialogue-HeavyEpisodic Humor

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Is Andy Capp worth watching?

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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Andy Capp have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes.

When did Andy Capp air?

It ran from 1988 to 1988 and has ended.

What language is Andy Capp in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.