On the Buses
Overview
On the Buses, a British comedy crafted by Ronald Wolfe and Ronald Chesney, aired from 1969 to 1973. After their previous hits, The Rag Trade and Meet the Wife, were successful on the BBC, the duo faced rejection with this new concept, which centered around a bus depot. Undeterred, they approached Frank Muir, Head of Entertainment at London Weekend Television, who embraced the premise. Although critics were not impressed, the show resonated with audiences, ultimately becoming a beloved staple of British comedy.
Episodes
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1
The Early Shift
The bus employees initiate a strike due to conflicts with management, leading to chaos both at the workplace and in their personal lives. As tensions ...
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2
The New Conductor
Stan’s anxiety melts away when he meets his new ticket collector, Iris, and they quickly agree to go out on a date. To keep things under wraps, he ...
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3
Olive Takes a Trip (aka Olive's First Day)
In an effort to support her family's finances, Olive secures a position as a clippie. However, she is assigned to work on Stan's bus, much to his dis...
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4
Bus Driver's Stomach
After spending countless hours on the bus engine, Stan suffers from an upset stomach, a condition colloquially referred to as 'bus driver’s stomach...
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5
The New Inspector
Stan is looking to boost his finances and decides to apply for a job as an Inspector. However, he quickly becomes anxious about how his peers will per...
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6
The Canteen
In response to growing complaints, the bus crews opt to manage the canteen themselves, appointing Olive as the new chef. The decision aims to improve...
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7
The Darts Match
Stan and Jack find themselves up against two clippies, Iris and Jenny, in a darts competition. Concerned about his skills, Stan dedicates all his fre...
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1
Family Flu
Mum and Olive are laid up in bed with the flu, and soon Arthur catches it as well. Stan finds himself overwhelmed, juggling their care with his shift...
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2
The Used Combination
Arthur's beloved motorcycle and sidecar are in dire need of fixing. Stan offers to help by retrieving the necessary spare parts from the bus depot. H...
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3
Self Defence
Following a series of attacks on bus employees, management decides to implement judo classes for their staff's protection. To everyone's surprise, Bla...
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4
Aunt Maud
Aunt Maud pays a visit and disrupts the family's daily routine. Her once-tiny dog has now transformed into a massive creature, causing chaos in Stan's...
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5
Late Again
Stan finds himself stretched thin as he juggles the demands of his new relationship and the early morning shifts at the depot. His girlfriend's late-n...
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6
Bon Voyage
Stan and Jack are gearing up for a vacation, but they first need to work on their tans. They decide to soak up the sun at the Cemetery Gates terminus...
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1
First Aid
Blakey mandates that every Bus Crew member, including Stan and Jack, must complete a first aid training course. Determined to ensure everyone is prep...
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2
The Cistern
The Butler family's woes begin with a loud cistern, signaling the start of their plumbing troubles. While purchasing a new toilet isn't the issue, the...
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3
The Inspector's Niece
Sally, the niece of Inspector Blake, joins Stan's bus crew as the latest clippie. With her uncle keeping a close eye on her, Stan faces the challenge...
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4
Brew It Yourself
In an attempt to cut costs, Stan decides to brew his own beer. However, after sampling his creation, he returns to work, where Blakey quickly realize...
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5
Busman's Perks
Arthur and Olive are in need of a bedroom makeover, prompting the Butlers to come up with a budget-friendly solution. They choose to paint the room i...
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6
The Snake
The overseas busmen's club hosts a lively social evening at the depot, welcoming all to join the festivities. With an exotic dancer set to entertain, ...
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7
Mum's Last Fling
Mum enters a new relationship and begins spending more time out with her boyfriend, leaving the rest of the family to manage on their own. As she embr...
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8
Radio Control
Blakey devises a plan to equip the buses with a two-way radio system, aiming to monitor their locations continuously. This new initiative puts Stan a...
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9
Foggy Night
As Stan and Jack's bus navigates through a dense fog, they encounter a series of complications. The situation becomes even more chaotic with Blakey a...
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10
The New Uniforms
Stan and Jack find themselves selected to trial the company's stylish new grey uniforms. Initially resistant to the idea, their perspective shifts dr...
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11
Going Steady
Stan is in a relationship with Blakey's niece, Sally. When he expresses his intention to propose to her, Blakey demands to meet Stan's family. In pre...
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12
The Squeeze
The Butler family faces financial strain and comes to a decision to sell off several possessions to generate extra funds. Among the items they part wi...
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13
On the Make
After being evicted by her landlady, Edna the clippie finds herself without a place to stay. Moved by her plight, Stan convinces his family to welco...
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1
Nowhere to Go
Stan makes an effort to usher the rest of the family out of the house, eager to enjoy some private time with Suzy, the clippie. His plans for a quiet ...
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2
The Canteen Girl
Blakey has developed a fondness for the canteen worker, Molly, and even proposes to her, envisioning a life together in the countryside. Meanwhile, S...
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3
Dangerous Driving
After a newspaper article highlights health risks faced by bus drivers, Stan's mother takes action by putting him on a strict diet. Concerned for his ...
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4
The Other Woman
During the bus drivers' gathering, Arthur finds himself lavishing attention and cash on Wendy, one of the conductors, which infuriates Olive. In a fi...
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5
Christmas Duty
Once more, Stan and Jack find themselves scheduled to work on Christmas Day. As they navigate the challenges of the holiday shift, they encounter a s...
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6
The 'L' Bus
Stan, worn out from sleepless nights caused by Arthur and Olive's noisy bed, attempts to fix it but only exacerbates the issue. Jack’s aunt offers ...
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7
The Kids' Outing
Today marks the annual trip for the kids, an event that the bus crews dread. No one is eager to take on this task, as they all know the challenges th...
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8
The Anniversary
Arthur and Olive are celebrating a decade of marriage, and to mark the special occasion, Aunt Maud surprises them with an adorable puppy as a gift.
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9
The Cover Up
The Butlers are in dire need of fresh upholstery for their furniture. With finances tight, Stan proposes repurposing leftover bus seat material from ...
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10
Safety First
Following a series of close calls involving buses as they depart from the depot, Blakey takes action by implementing a new set of safety regulations f...
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11
The Lodger
The Butlers decide to lease their extra room to the newly appointed Traffic Manager. However, Olive's simple gesture of bringing him breakfast leads t...
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12
The Injury
While working on the bathroom, Stan suffers an accident. Unfortunately, since it occurred at home, he isn’t eligible for sick pay. Jack concocts a ...
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13
Not Tonight
Stan is caught off guard when Stella, the attractive new waitress at the canteen, flirts with him. His initial reaction is a mix of delight and astoni...
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1
The Nursery
The depot management has initiated a staff nursery to help the clippies get back to work. Stan and Arthur believe that Olive would be an ideal candida...
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2
Stan's Room
Frustrated by the restrictions of not being able to invite his girlfriends over, Stan opts to lease a room from Blakey. However, Blakey is quick to as...
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3
The Best Man
Stan is chosen to be the best man at Bill's wedding to Blakey's niece. However, following a wild stag night filled with excessive drinking, the Butler...
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4
The Inspector's Pets
When an unfortunate mishap occurs, Stan devises a plan to cover his tracks by volunteering to care for Blakey's beloved goldfish and purebred dog. Thi...
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5
The Epidemic
A flu outbreak sweeps through the depot, prompting Stan and Jack to take on additional overtime. With their workload increasing, they are resolute in ...
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6
The Busmen's Ball
The much-anticipated Busman's Ball is just around the corner. Eager to shake things up, Stan and Jack convince the management to replace the tradition...
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7
Canteen Trouble
Suzy, the canteen attendant, is offering busmen discounted prices for larger meals, while Blakey pays the full fare. When Blakey learns that Suzy has...
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8
The New Nurse
The depot welcomes a new, sophisticated nurse who is on the hunt for accommodation in town, and the Butlers eagerly offer their assistance. Meanwhile,...
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9
Lost Property
With a surge in lost items disappearing, Blakey mandates that a form must be completed for any reported lost property. Seizing the opportunity for so...
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10
Stan's Uniform
After Stan inadvertently ruins his uniform, he submits a request for a replacement. Excited to share his new outfit with his family, he unwittingly b...
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11
The Strain
Stan injures his back while attempting to win over Doreen, the clippie. Now compelled to wear a corset, he struggles to perform his duties effectivel...
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12
The New Telly
As the employees receive their Christmas Club bonuses from Blakey, Stan and his family make the decision to invest in a new color television. However,...
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13
Vacancy for Inspector
A position for a new inspector opens up at the depot, and Blakey suggests Jack for the role. Stan is taken aback by this idea until Jack mentions that...
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14
A Thin Time
Arthur develops a crush on a bus conductor who has a preference for men with “thick hair.” In a bid to impress her, he resolves to buy a wig. Howe...
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15
Boxing Day Social
During the Boxing Day Gathering, tensions rise between Arthur's mother and the Butler family. Meanwhile, Jack finds himself getting quite close to Art...
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1
No Smoke Without Fire
A fire breaks out at the depot due to an irresponsibly tossed cigarette butt, prompting management to mandate fire safety training for all employees. ...
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2
Love Is What You Make It
In a bid to provoke jealousy in Arthur, Olive decides to feign interest in another man. Her plan unfolds as she engages in playful banter, hoping to ...
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3
Private Hire
Following a streak of bad luck at the card table, Stan finds himself in need of cash and turns to Basher for a loan. However, when Basher demands rep...
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4
Stan's Worst Day
Stan is having an incredibly rough week as constant bickering between Arthur and Olive disrupts his sleep. Their incessant arguments leave him exhaus...
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5
Union Trouble
After the management dismisses Elsie, the beloved canteen worker, Stan decides to take a stand by launching a solo hunger strike. Determined to bring ...
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6
Bye Bye Blakey
After Blakey undergoes a routine medical check-up at the depot, Stan and Jack become convinced that he is on the brink of death. Their wild imaginati...
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7
The Prize
Stan’s purchase of a raffle ticket for his mum pays off when it wins the second prize: a holiday for two in Spain. Excited by the prospect, the fami...
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Olive's Divorce
Six months after Arthur left her, Olive heads to court, armed with a list of complaints compiled by Mum and Stan, and successfully finalizes her divo...
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2
The Perfect Clippie
Facing financial struggles, Stan persuades Blakey to give Olive a job on the buses. Despite her previous disastrous attempt as a conductress, this tim...
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3
The Ticket Machine
Mum and Olive find themselves in debt to the tune of fifty pounds after purchasing items from a catalogue that Olive accidentally damages. When Stan l...
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4
The Poster
A mysterious poster featuring a faceless driver is unveiled at the depot, aiming to attract more passengers and promoting a contest with a grand priz...
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5
The Football Match
The bus crew is motivated to create their own football team to compete against the Basildon Bashers. While Jack and Stan aren’t particularly keen, ...
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6
On The Omnibuses
A century has passed since the founding of the Luxton Bus Company, and it's been half a century since their first motorized bus hit the roads. To com...
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7
Goodbye Stan
Stan believes he can earn more by moving up North for a job at a car factory. Instead of submitting his resignation, he persuades Blakey to fire him,...
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8
Hot Water
Jack teams up with the inspector to tackle a malfunctioning water heater. As they work together to identify the problem, they encounter a series of u...
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9
The Visit
Blakey decides to have his mother visit the Butler residence, excited to show her his new living situation. However, Mrs. Butler is far from pleased ...
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10
What The Stars Foretell
Mum and Olive find delight in interpreting the stars, which predict a surge of romance on the horizon. As they eagerly speculate about potential love...
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11
The Allowance
A new clippie named Jessie arrives at the depot with a strong sense of justice. She is infuriated by the fact that female clippies are charged to acce...
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12
Friends In High Places
Mrs. Butler applies for a position at the canteen of the depot and finds herself being interviewed by Mr. Simpson, an old flame who is now a manager ...
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13
Gardening Time
Blakey and Jack are competing in the depot's flower and vegetable contest, igniting a spirited rivalry between them. Both are determined to showcase t...
