One Foot in the Grave 1990
“Who would have thought retirement could be so chaotic?”
What is One Foot in the Grave?
One Foot in the Grave is a television series first released in 1990. Catalogued under Comedy.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1990
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 36
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 4, 1990
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 36 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Overview
One Foot in the Grave is a television series first released in 1990. Catalogued under Comedy. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Retirement turns chaotic for grumpy Victor Meldrew and his patient wife.”
- Sharp black humor about everyday mishaps
- Strong chemistry between Victor and Margaret
- Its humor leans toward dark misfortune, which may not suit all tastes
Watch it if you enjoy witty sitcoms that blend domestic life with dark comedy.
The series features black‑humor mishaps and may be too bleak for viewers seeking lighthearted comedy.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
- E1 Alive and Buried Jan 4, 1990
- E2 The Big Sleep Jan 11, 1990
- E3 The Valley of Fear Jan 18, 1990
- E4 I'll Retire to Bedlam Jan 25, 1990
- E5 The Eternal Quadrangle Feb 1, 1990
- E6 The Return of the Speckled Band Feb 8, 1990
Season 2 · 6 episodes
- E1 In Luton Airport No-One Can Hear You Scream Oct 4, 1990
- E2 We Have Put Her Living in the Tomb Oct 11, 1990
- E3 Dramatic Fever Oct 18, 1990
- E4 Who Will Buy? Oct 25, 1990
- E5 Love and Death Nov 11, 1990
- E6 Timeless Time Nov 15, 1990
Season 3 · 6 episodes
- E1 Monday Morning Will Be Fine Feb 2, 1992
- E2 Dreamland Feb 9, 1992
- E3 The Broken Reflection Feb 16, 1992
- E4 The Beast in the Cage Feb 23, 1992
- E5 Beware the Trickster on the Roof Mar 1, 1992
- E6 The Worst Horror of All Mar 8, 1992
Season 4 · 6 episodes
- E1 The Pit and the Pendulum Jan 31, 1993
- E2 Descent into the Maelstrom Jan 31, 1993
- E3 Hearts of Darkness Feb 14, 1993
- E4 Warm Champagne Feb 21, 1993
- E5 The Trial Feb 28, 1993
- E6 Secret of the Seven Sorcerers Mar 7, 1993
Season 5 · 6 episodes
- E1 The Man Who Blew Away Dec 25, 1994
- E2 Only a Story Jan 1, 1995
- E3 The Affair of the Hollow Lady Jan 8, 1995
- E4 Rearranging the Dust Jan 15, 1995
- E5 Hole in the Sky Jan 22, 1995
- E6 The Exterminating Angel Jan 29, 1995
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of One Foot in the Grave?
It follows Victor Meldrew, newly retired, and his wife Margaret as Victor’s attempts to stay busy lead to misfortunes and misunderstandings.
Who are the main characters?
The series centers on Victor Meldrew and his long‑suffering wife Margaret.
What type of humor does the show use?
It combines traditional sitcom elements with black humour.
When did the series first air?
It premiered in 1990 as a BBC television sitcom.
Is the setting specific?
The show takes place in an unnamed English suburb, representing a typical household.