TV series
The Good Life
1975–1977, English, on BBC One. Created by John Esmonde & Bob Larbey.
The Good Life brings laughter and hope to suburbia!
Tom and Barbara Good escape the rat race and pursue a self-sufficient lifestyle in Surbiton, much to the concern, frustration and sometimes envy of their neighbours Margo and Jerry Leadbetter. Entitled ‘Good Neighbors’ when shown in the USA.
- Seasons
- 4
- Episodes
- 28
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1977
Worth the Hype
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7.7/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Latest episode
S4 E7: Anniversary
Aired 22 May 1977
Seasons 4
Cast & crew
- John EsmondeCreator
- Bob LarbeyCreator
- Richard BriersTom Good · 28 ep
- Felicity KendalBarbara Good · 28 ep
- Paul EddingtonJerry Leadbetter · 28 ep
- Penelope KeithMargo Leadbetter · 28 ep
- Reginald MarshSir Andrew · 6 ep
- Tony SelbySam · 2 ep
- Moyra FraserFelicity · 2 ep
- Charmian MayMrs. Weaver · 2 ep
- Timothy BatesonArthur Bailey · 1 ep
- Bruce BouldGuy · 1 ep
- Milton JohnsErnie · 1 ep
- Michael RobbinsMr. Bulstrode · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 4 April 1975
- Last aired
- 22 May 1977
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-PG
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The Good Life: quick answers
Is The Good Life worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 46 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Good Life are there?
The Good Life has 4 seasons and 28 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The Good Life finished?
Yes. The Good Life ended in 1977, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Good Life on?
The Good Life isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
The Good Life parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Good Life is rated TV-PG. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like The Good Life?
If you liked The Good Life, try The Jeffersons, Another Period, A Different World.
Who created The Good Life?
The Good Life was created by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey and stars Richard Briers, Felicity Kendal, Paul Eddington.