Looking at this episode purely as an individual pilot rather than a regular episode of Green Acres it IS actually very enjoyable. Elaine Joyce plays the main role and I feel she is both likeable and brings a lot of energy to the episode. Richard Deacon is brilliant as always and it would have great to see him week after week had this pilot became a reality. It's also great to have Emmaline Henry once again on our screens in what could have been her next regular series since 'Jeannie'.
Looking at the negative aspects of this pilot, my main criticism is of the humour which is at times predictable and silly. I also think actor Cliff Norton should of been replaced as he is neither handsome, funny or entertaining and brings the show down a bit.
Incidentally, watching this reminded me a bit of "Here's Lucy" (which had already been on the air for 3 years).
Overall a entertaining pilot which should have got at least 13 episodes. 7 1/2 / 10.
Looking at the negative aspects of this pilot, my main criticism is of the humour which is at times predictable and silly. I also think actor Cliff Norton should of been replaced as he is neither handsome, funny or entertaining and brings the show down a bit.
Incidentally, watching this reminded me a bit of "Here's Lucy" (which had already been on the air for 3 years).
Overall a entertaining pilot which should have got at least 13 episodes. 7 1/2 / 10.