TV series
Sharon and Elsie
1984–1985, English, on BBC One. Created by Arline Whittaker.
Sharon and Elsie is a British sitcom that aired for two seasons from 1984 to 1985. It starred Brigit Forsyth and Janette Beverley. Elsie Beecroft is a middle-aged, middle-class office administrator in a printing firm. Her world is perfectly ordered until young working-class Sharon Wilkes is hired as the new office secretary. Initially prone to be snobbish, Elsie soon learns to appreciate Sharon and the two become friends. Many episodes revolve around the family life of either Sharon or Elsie, with Sharon's brother Elvis, her boyfriend Wayne, and Elsie's husband Roland making regular appearances. Factory scenes would usually involve lecherous floor manager Stanley Crabtree and Sharon and Elsie's prickly responses to his womanising. Grumpy tea lady Ivy would also make appear regularly.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1985
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Latest episode
S2 E6: Episode 6
Aired 26 July 1985
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
- Arline WhittakerCreator
- Janette BeverleySharon Wilkes · 12 ep
- Brigit ForsythElsie Beecroft · 12 ep
- John F. LandryStanley Crabtree · 12 ep
- Maggie JonesIvy · 12 ep
- Lee DaleyElvis Wilkes · 8 ep
- Bruce MontagueRoland Beecroft · 8 ep
- Gordon RollingsIke Hepworth · 8 ep
- John JunkinTommy Wallace · 6 ep
- Paula TilbrookMrs. Tibbett · 5 ep
- Carmel McSharryOlive · 5 ep
- Gillian BevanBeryl Wainwright · 5 ep
- John WildWayne · 4 ep
Details
- First aired
- 27 January 1984
- Last aired
- 26 July 1985
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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How many seasons of Sharon and Elsie are there?
Sharon and Elsie has 2 seasons and 12 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is Sharon and Elsie finished?
Yes. Sharon and Elsie ended in 1985, so you can watch the whole story.
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Sharon and Elsie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Sharon and Elsie?
If you liked Sharon and Elsie, try Alice, Maude, Girlfriends.
Who created Sharon and Elsie?
Sharon and Elsie was created by Arline Whittaker and stars Janette Beverley, Brigit Forsyth, John F. Landry.