TV series
Fawlty Towers
1975–1979, English, on BBC Two. Created by Connie Booth & John Cleese.
Don’t mention the war!
Owner Basil Fawlty, his wife Sybil, a chambermaid Polly, and Spanish waiter Manuel attempt to run their hotel amidst farcical situations and an array of demanding guests.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1979
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8.3/10 from 869 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Fawlty Towers
Fawlty Towers is streaming on Britbox in India.
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Latest episode
S2 E6: Basil the Rat
Aired 25 October 1979
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
- Connie BoothCreator
- John CleeseCreator
- John CleeseBasil Fawlty · 12 ep
- Prunella ScalesSybil Fawlty · 12 ep
- Connie BoothPolly Sherman · 12 ep
- Andrew SachsManuel · 12 ep
- Ballard BerkeleyMajor Gowen · 12 ep
- Gilly FlowerMiss Tibbs · 12 ep
- Renee RobertsMiss Gatsby · 12 ep
- Brian HallTerry the Chef · 6 ep
- Elizabeth BensonMrs. Heath · 2 ep
- Terence ConoleyMr. Johnston · 2 ep
- George LeeMr. Kerr · 2 ep
- Michael GwynnLord Melbury · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 19 September 1975
- Last aired
- 25 October 1979
- Network
- BBC Two
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-PG
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Fawlty Towers: quick answers
Is Fawlty Towers worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.3/10 from 869 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of Fawlty Towers are there?
Fawlty Towers has 2 seasons and 12 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is Fawlty Towers finished?
Yes. Fawlty Towers ended in 1979, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Fawlty Towers on?
Fawlty Towers is streaming on Britbox in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
Fawlty Towers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fawlty Towers is rated TV-PG. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like Fawlty Towers?
If you liked Fawlty Towers, try Petticoat Junction, The Jamie Foxx Show, The Abbott and Costello Show.
Who created Fawlty Towers?
Fawlty Towers was created by Connie Booth and John Cleese and stars John Cleese, Prunella Scales, Connie Booth.