Rising Damp (1974)
Synopsis
Set in a seedy bedsit, the cowardly landlord Rigsby has his conceits debunked by his long suffering tenants.
Network
ITV1
Episodes
The New Tenant (aka Rooksby)
Stingy, pretentious landlord Rigsby is looking for another lodger. One of his current lodgers, Miss Jones, is keen for her acquaintance, Philip, to move in because she is attracted to him.
Black Magic
Rigsby is sceptical but intrigued by a ritual which Philip shows him - banging his spear on the ground to summon a woman.
A Night Out
Rigsby, Alan, Philip and Ruth go out to an upmarket restaurant (which has a strict dress code) for Ruth's birthday. Rigsby borrows his new lodger Spooner's suit, without his permission.
Charisma
Alan wears an earring to attract the opposite sex, which Rigsby disapproves of. Alan sneaks Maureen into his room; Rigsby hears her and ejects her.
All Our Yesterdays
Rigsby has to tell an ill-tempered wrestler to turn down the volume on his radio.
The Prowler
Ruth's screams of a prowler brings Rigsby to her side and prompts a visit from the regional crime squad.
Stand Up and Be Counted
Rigsby's political loyalties are put to the test as election fever grips the house.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Rising Damp
Status
Ended
Seasons
4
Episodes
28
