Introduction

A ragtag group of Home Guard volunteers prepare for an imminent German invasion during World War II.

Outline of Series 01, Episode 01

After hearing of the formation of the Home Guard, George Mainwaring, a bank manager, takes it upon himself to form a platoon in Walmington-on-Sea. He declares himself captain, an assumption others are not so keen to make. He names his chief clerk, Arthur Wilson, sergeant. They enrol town volunteers for the Local Defence Force, although most are unfit and/or over the 55 years age limit and almost no supplies are available.

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Production & Filming Details

• Creator: Jim Perry.
• Directors: David Croft, Harold Snoad, and Bob Spiers
• Writers: Jimmy Perry and David Croft.
• Producers: David Croft.
• Distributor: BBC Worldwide.
• Network: BBC 1.
• Release Date: 31 July 1968 (UK).
• Running time: 30 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.

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