

Britain's longest-running sitcom: how did three old blokes in a bathtub conquer TV?
This new special reveals the secrets of the long-running sitcom's extraordinary success. Helped by former cast and crew members, families of the stars no longer with us, and celebrity fans, we learn the secrets of this comedy classic and get to see previously unseen interviews and rare behind-the-scenes archive footage.
Acting
Rare archive interviews with the late, great Bill Owen and Peter Sallis.
Production
Behind-the-scenes secrets of Yorkshire filming locations.
Director
Verity Newman
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The show outlived two of its three main stars, with Peter Sallis (Clegg) becoming the longest-serving actor in a single role in British TV history.
Stephen Mangan's narration adds meta-humor — he grew up watching the show, making this a fan's love letter rather than detached documentary.
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