The Hello Goodbye Man
TV series
The Hello Goodbye Man
1984, English, on BBC Two. Created by David Nobbs.
The Hello Goodbye Man is a short-lived 1984 British sitcom, starring Ian Lavender as Denis Ailing, a nervous salesman struggling with his job and romantic life, particularly with his colleague Jennifer. The series follows his disastrous attempts to succeed, including using pep pills and adopting unethical sales tactics, leading to awkward social and professional situations.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1984
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Latest episode
S1 E6: Episode 6
Aired 9 February 1984
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- David NobbsCreator
- Ian LavenderDenis Ailing · 6 ep
- Mary TammJennifer Reynoldston · 6 ep
- Paul ChapmanKen Harrington · 6 ep
- Dominic GuardGlenn Harris · 6 ep
- Shirley DixonMrs Devonshire · 1 ep
- Tim BarrettMr Johnson · 1 ep
- Keith SmithMr Trenchard · 1 ep
- Terence ConoleyMr Ellington · 1 ep
- Peter RussellMr Cookham · 1 ep
- Tony MelodyMr Bulstrode · 1 ep
- Robert McBainMr Letchwood · 1 ep
- Dennis RamsdenMr Short · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 5 January 1984
- Last aired
- 9 February 1984
- Network
- BBC Two
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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The Hello Goodbye Man: quick answers
Is The Hello Goodbye Man worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Hello Goodbye Man are there?
The Hello Goodbye Man has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The Hello Goodbye Man finished?
Yes. The Hello Goodbye Man ended in 1984, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Hello Goodbye Man on?
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The Hello Goodbye Man parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Hello Goodbye Man?
If you liked The Hello Goodbye Man, try Sanford and Son, Last Man Standing, The Dick Van Dyke Show.
Who created The Hello Goodbye Man?
The Hello Goodbye Man was created by David Nobbs and stars Ian Lavender, Mary Tamm, Paul Chapman.