Rising Damp (1974–1978)

Popular sitcom set in a seedy bedsit lorded over by the mean, vain, boastful, cowardly landlord Rigsby. In each episode, his conceits are debunked by his long suffering tenants. A spin-off ... See full summary »

Stars:

Leonard Rossiter, Don Warrington, Frances de la Tour

1 win & 3 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Leonard Rossiter	...	Rigsby (28 episodes, 1974-1978)
Don Warrington	...	Philip (28 episodes, 1974-1978)
Frances de la Tour	...	Ruth (24 episodes, 1974-1978)
Richard Beckinsale	...	Alan (22 episodes, 1974-1977)

Storyline

Popular sitcom set in a seedy bedsit lorded over by the mean, vain, boastful, cowardly landlord Rigsby. In each episode, his conceits are debunked by his long suffering tenants. A spin-off feature film was made after the untimely death of Richard Beckinsale.

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Plot Keywords:

sitcom | landlord | interracial friendship | bachelor | roommate | 

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Genres:

Comedy

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 September 1974 (UK)

Also Known As:

Esto se hunde

Company Credits

Production Co:

Yorkshire Television (YTV)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min 30 min (27 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The series was recorded entirely in the Yorkshire Television studios, in front of an audience, and featured no scenes on location.

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Quotes

Rupert Rigsby: The 'permissive society' doesn't exist. I know, I've looked for it.

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Connections

Featured in Comedy Connections: To the Manor Born (2006)

User Reviews

A gem

Another British sitcom classic, DAMP is hilarious and must be watched. Mr Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter) has an immortal desire for Miss Jones (Frances De La Tour) and through some 20 or more episodes makes endless attempts to seduce her. With many equally funny sub-plots, the actors' performances make DAMP one of the best performed comedies ever. A classic.