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A Sharp Intake of Breath (1978–1981) — comedy on ITV1
About A Sharp Intake of Breath
A Sharp Intake of Breath ended on February 15, 1981, on ITV1. The show's final episode aired that day, concluding its run after four seasons. There are no upcoming episodes scheduled, and the series is considered complete.
A Sharp Intake of Breath was a comedy series that first premiered on February 20, 1978. It followed the everyday life of Peter Barnes, a man who faced numerous obstacles as he tried to accomplish routine tasks such as securing a small loan or being a best man. The series depicted his interactions with various characters, often highlighting the frustrations caused by bureaucratic or officious individuals, who would respond with a characteristic sharp intake of breath.
The show starred David Jason as Peter Barnes, Jacqueline Clarke as Sheila Barnes, Richard Wilson as a doctor, and Alun Armstrong as Arthur Clegg. The episodes typically ran for about 30 minutes.
A Sharp Intake of Breath episode schedule
21 aired
Aired · 21
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| February 15, 1981 | S4·E6 | Rear Window |
| February 8, 1981 | S4·E5 | The Weekend |
| February 1, 1981 | S4·E4 | While the Cat's Away |
| January 25, 1981 | S4·E3 | The Train Now Standing |
| January 18, 1981 | S4·E2 | Match of the Day |
| January 11, 1981 | S4·E1 | Wheels |
| January 18, 1980 | S3·E3 | Look Who's Coming for Ever |
| January 11, 1980 | S3·E2 | Just Cause or Impediment |
| January 4, 1980 | S3·E1 | The Spare Part |
| March 26, 1979 | S2·E6 | What About the Workers? |
| March 19, 1979 | S2·E5 | The Square on the Hypotenuse |
| March 12, 1979 | S2·E4 | Another Little Drink |
| March 5, 1979 | S2·E3 | Where There's a Will |
| February 26, 1979 | S2·E2 | Your Very Good Health |
| February 19, 1979 | S2·E1 | Your Move |
| March 27, 1978 | S1·E6 | The Seven Year Hitch |
| March 20, 1978 | S1·E5 | The Gasman Cometh |
| March 13, 1978 | S1·E4 | See You in Court |
| March 6, 1978 | S1·E3 | Somewhere in the Sun |
| February 27, 1978 | S1·E2 | Happy Motoring |
| February 20, 1978 | S1·E1 | Your Life in Their Hands |
