Dead Ernest (1982)
Plot — What is Dead Ernest about?
Dead Ernest was a 1982 UK TV supernatural sitcom set in heaven starring Andrew Sachs in the role of Ernest Springer. It was broadcast on ITV from 15th February 1982 and was the first sitcom made by the newly formed Central Television. Ernest wins half a million pounds on the football pools. Unfortunately he is killed by a blow to the head from a stray champagne bottle cork. He subsequently ascends to heaven. Although the authorities in heaven admit that his death was an administrative error, as his kidneys have already been donated he cannot go back down to earth. The notion of a sitcom set in the afterlife was an intriguing one, but despite the original idea, some promising comic setpieces, Sachs' undoubted comedic abilities, and support from other seasoned comic actors such as Ken Jones, it was regarded as a disappointing effort, and only lasted for one series of seven episodes.
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| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 1982 |
| Language | English |
| Seasons | 1 (7 episodes) |
Dead Ernest — FAQ
Is Dead Ernest worth watching? Dead Ernest was a 1982 UK TV supernatural sitcom set in heaven starring Andrew Sachs in the role of Ernest Springer. It was broadcast on ITV from 15th February 1982 and was the first sitcom made by the newly formed Centr
Who is in the cast of Dead Ernest? It stars Harry Fowler, Zena Walker, Andrew Sachs, Ken Jones, Gretchen Franklin.
Where can I stream Dead Ernest? Streaming availability for Dead Ernest is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Dead Ernest release? It first aired in 1982.