Britain's grumpiest family reunites — and somehow it's still 1979 in their living room.
Season 2 • Episode 8
LatestThe Glums began as part of the 1950s radio show 'Take It from Here'. The characters were revived in 1978 as part of the 'Bruce Forsyth's Big Night' variety show, and a complete independant series was transmitted in the following year.
Acting
Jimmy Edwards' magnificent walrus-moustache energy carries every scene.
Writing
Adapting 1950s radio scripts for 1978 television — time capsule tightrope.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Glums originated in 1953 on 'Take It from Here' — making this 1978 revival older than most TV franchises are today when they get rebooted.
Ian Lavender had just finished Dad's Army — trading one national institution for another stagnant Englishman.
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