On The Buses

Series Five

Episode 01 The Nursery
Originally transmitted on 19th September 1971

A nursery is set up for the clippies' children, and the sister in charge requires an assistant.
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 02 Stan's Room
Originally transmitted on 26th September 1971

When Stan brings Doreen, a clippie, home for a cuddle on the sofa he finds the family are up watching a late film.
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 03 The Best Man
Originally transmitted on 3rd October 1971

The Inspector's niece is getting married. Much to Blakey's alarm, Stan is to be Best Man...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 04 The Inspector's Pets
Originally transmitted on 10th October 1971

It's goodbye to the depot for a while for Blakey - he and his mum are going on holiday. But they can't find anyone to look after the dachshund and the tropical fish...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 05 The Epidemic
Originally transmitted on 17th October 1971

It's an ill wind that blows nobody any good, but even an ill wind can bring benefits when it's carrying flu germs...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 06 The Busmen's Ball
Originally transmitted on 24th October 1971

The annual Busmen's Ball comes round once again - and Arthur has decided that he and Olive will not be going. Then he discovers what this year's caberet is going to be...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 07 Canteen Trouble
Originally transmitted on 31st October 1971

Suzy in the canteen is very good to Stan and Jack when serving their meals - and charging for them! Naturally, this upsets Blakey, who is determined to beat Jack and Stan at their own game...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 08 The New Nurse
Originally transmitted on 7th November 1971

Mary, the new nurse at the depot, comes to live with the Butlers as their lodger.
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 09 Lost Property
Originally transmitted on 14th November 1971

Stan and Jack find some fish and chips on their bus and, to cut a long story short, eat them. Then a woman comes into the depot to report the loss to Blakey...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 10 Stan's Uniform
Originally transmitted on 21st November 1971

While Stan is trying to paint the kitchen chairs, he manages to decorate his uniform as well...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 11 The Strain
Originally transmitted on 28th November 1971

Stan tries to prove his strength by picking up his girlfriend with one hand. In doing so he strains his back and has to wear a surgical corset...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 12 The New Telly
Originally transmitted on 5th December 1971

When the Luxton and District Traction Co. have their Christmas Club payout, Stan and the family decide to buy a colour television. But they have a problem disposing of their old telly...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode 13 Vacancy For Inspector
Originally transmitted on 12th December 1971

Inspector Blake decides to divide and rule by promoting Stan's pal, Jack, to the rank of Inspector...
Written by Bob Grant & Stephen Lewis

Episode 14 A Thin Time
Originally transmitted on 19th December 1971

Arthur is attracted to Beryl, who is the clippie on his regular bus. But Beryl has only two interests in life - men with a fondness for athletics and those with a good head of hair...
Written by Bob Grant & Stephen Lewis

Episode 15 Boxing Day Social
Originally transmitted on 26th December 1971

When Jack suggests to Stan that Arthur's sister Linda should be invited to the Boxing Day Social at the depot, Arthur maintains that she's above such events...
Written by Ronald Wolfe & Ronald Chesney.

Episode Synopsis Taken From DVD Cover ©2006 Network

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