Your racist uncle moved into a retirement home and it's accidentally hilarious.
Season 2 • Episode 13
LatestSamantha finally meets the man of her dreams. Ted's house is invaded by a vicious Rottweiler dog who's obsessed with TV, two of the best-known village residents die suddenly and Johnno plans a trip around Australia.
Bullpitt! sees the return of the character Ted Bullpitt (from Kingwood Country). The legend of Wombat Crescent has packed up the Kingswood, loaded Neville the statue and moved into “Whispering Pines” retirement village. Australia’s favourite hero, Ted Bullpitt, tries to retire gracefully but can’t help plunging the village into chaos and confusion.
Acting
Ross Higgins commits fully to Ted's glorious awfulness.
Writing
Sitcom structure tight despite dated cultural references.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Kingwood Country (1980-1984) was Australia's most-watched comedy; Bullpitt! arrived 13 years later when cultural attitudes had shifted, making Ted's shtick feel like a time capsule of acceptable offense.
Ross Higgins originated Ted Bullpitt in a 1970s radio series; the character predates Archie Bunker but never achieved international recognition despite similar DNA.
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