If you're browsing Kids shows, Worzel Gummidge (1979) is the kind of series that builds its world steadily without getting messy. The pacing is measured, relying on a few strong moments rather than constant escalation. The cast, featuring Jon Pertwee and Geoffrey Bayldon, helps keep the story grounded. Ratings sit around 4.8/10, and it will likely land best with viewers who already enjoy the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date, check this page for the latest availability.
Worzel Gummidge (1979)
First aired: February 25, 1979
Runtime: 25 min
Networks: ITV1
Cast: Jon Pertwee, Geoffrey Bayldon
Worzel Gummidge is a children's comedy series, produced by Southern Television for ITV, based on the books by Barbara Euphan Todd. Starting in 1979, the programme starred Jon Pertwee in the title role and ran for four series in the UK until 1981. Channel 4 reprised the show in 1987 as Worzel Gummidge Down Under, which was set in New Zealand.
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