TV series
The Other One
1977–1979, English, on BBC One. Created by John Esmonde & Bob Larbey.
Two passengers meet in reception at Gatwick airport. Although unknown to each other, they find they are on the same flight and staying in the same hotel. Two characters as different as chalk and cheese have a series of misadventures on holiday in Spain.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 13
- Episode length
- Varies
- Status
- Ended in 1979
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Latest episode
S2 E6: Episode 6
Aired 30 March 1979
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 11 November 1977
- Last aired
- 30 March 1979
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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The Other One: quick answers
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How many seasons of The Other One are there?
The Other One has 2 seasons and 13 episodes.
Is The Other One finished?
Yes. The Other One ended in 1979, so you can watch the whole story.
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The Other One parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Other One?
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Who created The Other One?
The Other One was created by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey and stars Michael Gambon, Richard Briers.