The Rag Trade
Overview
The Rag Trade is a British television sitcom broadcast by the BBC between 1961 and 1963 and by LWT between 1977 and 1978. The scripts were by Ronald Wolfe and Ronald Chesney, who later wrote Wild, Wild Women, Meet the Wife and On the Buses. Wild, Wild Women was a period variation of The Rag Trade. The action centred on a small clothing workshop, Fenner Fashions in London. Although run by Harold Fenner and Reg the foreman, the female workers are led by militant shop steward Paddy Fleming, ever ready to strike, with the catchphrase "Everybody out!" Other cast members included Sheila Hancock, Esma Reese Cannon, Wanda Ventham and Barbara Windsor. The Rag Trade was revived by ITV company LWT in 1977, with Jones and Karlin reprising their roles. The 1977 version ran for two series, most of the scripts being based on the BBC episodes from the 1960s, and featured Anna Karen and future EastEnders star Gillian Taylforth as factory workers. The theme tune for the LWT series was written and performed by Lynsey De Paul.
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How to watch The Rag Trade online?+
The Rag Trade (1961) is not yet confirmed on a major streaming platform. Its OTT release and where to watch it online will be updated here as soon as streaming details are announced.
Is The Rag Trade available on any streaming platform?+
The Rag Trade is not available on streaming platforms yet. We track its OTT and streaming release, so check back for updates on where to watch it online.
When did The Rag Trade premiere?+
The Rag Trade first aired on October 6, 1961.
Who created The Rag Trade?+
The Rag Trade was created by Ronald Chesney, Ronald Wolfe.
Who stars in The Rag Trade?+
The main cast of The Rag Trade includes Barbara Windsor, Sheila Hancock, Reg Varney, Esma Cannon.
How many seasons does The Rag Trade have?+
The Rag Trade has 5 season(s) and 58 episodes.
What genre is The Rag Trade?+
The Rag Trade is classified as Comedy.
What is the rating of The Rag Trade?+
The Rag Trade has an average audience rating of 6.3 out of 10, based on 4 votes.
