One Foot in the Grave

2002•6 series•Entertainment / Comedy

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Curmudgeonly Victor Meldrew, forced to take early retirement from his job as a security guard, rails at the trials and tribulations of modern life as he tries to keep himself busy. His long-suffering wife, Margaret, is frequently exasperated by his misfortunes. Neighbours Patrick and Pippa Trench and family friend Jean Warboys are common witnesses to Victor's antics.

Episode 1In Luton Airport, No-One Can Hear You Scream

In Luton Airport No-One Can Hear You Scream. The Meldrews return from a Greek holiday to discover that their home has burnt down.

Episode 2We Have Put Her Living in the Tomb

Victor and Margaret agree to look after Kylie the tortoise.

Episode 3Dramatic Fever

Margaret joins the local amateur dramatic society and takes Victor to a Bergerac party.

Episode 4Who Will Buy?

Who Will Buy? The arrival of a door-to-door salesman and a deluge of junk mail arouse concern.

Episode 5Love and Death

Victor and Margaret head to Bournemouth for the weekend.

Episode 6Timeless Time

When Victor has a sleepless night, everyone else suffers his torment.

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