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The Pickwick Papers (1985–1985) — drama on BBC One
About The Pickwick Papers
The Pickwick Papers ended on March 24, 1985, on BBC One. The series was based on Charles Dickens' first novel, The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club. It was a drama that aired in 1985 and depicted a series of loosely-connected adventures set in 1827-1828, following the journey of Mr. Samuel Pickwick and his fellow "Pickwickians" as they traveled to various places from London to observe and report on the curious phenomena of life. This adaptation focused on the humorous and episodic nature of Dickens' work, showcasing the characters' escapades and social observations. The story centered around Mr. Pickwick, a kind and wealthy gentleman, and his companions as they explored the countryside, encountering different characters and situations along the way. The narrative was presented as a series of adventures that highlighted the social and cultural aspects of the period. The cast included Nigel Stock as Mr. Pickwick, Clive Swift as Mr. Tupman, Alan Parnaby as Mr. Snodgrass, Jeremy Nicholas as Mr. Winkle, and Phil Daniels as Sam Weller. The show had a runtime of 30 minutes per episode, and there was only one season comprising 12 episodes.
The Pickwick Papers episode schedule
12 aired
Aired · 12
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| March 24, 1985 | S1·E12 | Episode 12 |
| March 17, 1985 | S1·E11 | Episode 11 |
| March 10, 1985 | S1·E10 | Episode 10 |
| March 3, 1985 | S1·E9 | Episode 9 |
| February 24, 1985 | S1·E8 | Episode 8 |
| February 17, 1985 | S1·E7 | Episode 7 |
| February 10, 1985 | S1·E6 | Episode 6 |
| February 3, 1985 | S1·E5 | Episode 5 |
| January 27, 1985 | S1·E4 | Episode 4 |
| January 20, 1985 | S1·E3 | Episode 3 |
| January 13, 1985 | S1·E2 | Episode 2 |
| January 6, 1985 | S1·E1 | Episode 1 |