Hi-de-Hi!
Hi-de-Hi! is a British sitcom set in Maplins, a fictional holiday camp, during 1959 and 1960, and was written by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, who also wrote Dad's Army and It Ain't Half Hot Mum amongst others. It aired on the BBC from 1980 to 1988. The series revolved around the lives of the camp's management and entertainers, most of them struggling actors or has-beens. The inspiration was the experience of writers Perry and Croft: after being demobilised from the army, Perry was a Redcoat at Butlin's, Pwllheli during the holiday season. The series gained large audiences and won a BAFTA as Best Comedy Series in 1984. In 2004, it came 40th in Britain's Best Sitcom and in a 2008 poll on Channel 4, 'Hi-de-Hi!" was voted the 35th most popular comedy catchphrase.
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Season 3
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E1
Nice People With Nice Manners
Yvonne and Barry decide to hold a party in their chalet for the more distinguished among the staff.
Oct 31, 1982 · 28m -
2
E2
Carnival Time
It is time for the annual town carnival, and Jeff is looking to Ted for ideas for the Maplin's float.
Nov 7, 1982 · 29m -
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E3
A Matter of Conscience
When Joe Maplin realises that the council's idea for a new hospital threatens his plans for the camp, he advises the staff of what action they must take.
Nov 14, 1982 · 30m -
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E4
The Pay-Off
In spite of the staff's efforts, the local council remains unfazed by the prospect of having Joe Maplin as a neighbour for the proposed hospital, so Joe takes drastic action.
Nov 21, 1982 · 29m -
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E5
Trouble and Strife
Ted's ex-wife is causing him grief by demanding her maintenance money. When she arrives at the camp in person, Ted is forced to act quickly.
Nov 28, 1982 · 29m -
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E6
Stripes
Joe Maplin decides that Gladys should hold the newly-created title of Head Yellowcoat. However, someone who looks likely to threaten her new position arrives at the camp.
Dec 5, 1982 · 29m
