Worzel Gummidge
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Worzel Gummidge

Jon Pertwee as Worzel Gummidge, the lovable scarecrow of Scatterbrook Farm.

6.2 /10 12 votes
February 25, 1979 - July 31, 1981 4 Seasons 31 Episodes 25 min Ended

Overview

Worzel Gummidge is a children's comedy series, produced by Southern Television for ITV, based on the books by Barbara Euphan Todd. Starting in 1979, the programme starred Jon Pertwee in the title role and ran for four series in the UK until 1981. Channel 4 reprised the show in 1987 as Worzel Gummidge Down Under, which was set in New Zealand.

Seasons & Episodes

Series 1

Series 1

1979 7 Episodes

Jon Pertwee & Una Stubbs star in this hit 80s childrens show about a scatter-brained scarecrow. Worzel lives in a field but is partial to sneaking off for a spot of adventure. But he often gets into bother so needs a little help getting out of it!

Series 2

Series 2

1980 8 Episodes

Children's series about the adventures of Worzel Gummidge, a scarecrow who comes to life.

Series 3

Series 3

1980 9 Episodes

Children's series about the adventures of Worzel Gummidge, a scarecrow who comes to life.

Series 4

Series 4

1981 7 Episodes

Children's series about the adventures of Worzel Gummidge, a scarecrow who comes to life.

Key Information

Created By Barbara Euphan Todd, Willis Hall, Keith Waterhouse
Network ITV1
Type Scripted
Rating 6.2/10
Language EN
Country United Kingdom

Cast & Crew

Jon Pertwee

Jon Pertwee

Worzel Gummidge

Charlotte Coleman

Charlotte Coleman

Sue Peters

Jeremy Austin

John Peters

Mike Berry

Mike Berry

Mr. Peters

Norman Bird

Norman Bird

Mr. Braithwaite

Geoffrey Bayldon

Geoffrey Bayldon

The Crowman

Una Stubbs

Una Stubbs

Aunt Sally

Megs Jenkins

Megs Jenkins

Mrs. Braithwaite

Michael Ripper

Michael Ripper

Mr. Shepherd

Norman Mitchell

Norman Mitchell

P.C. Parsons

Sarah Thomas

Sarah Thomas

Enid Simmons

Joan Sims

Joan Sims

Mrs. Bloomsbury-Barton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Worzel Gummidge is a children's comedy series, produced by Southern Television for ITV, based on the books by Barbara Euphan Todd. Starting in 1979, the programme starred Jon Pertwee in...

Worzel Gummidge has 4 seasons with 31 episodes.

Worzel Gummidge premiered on February 25, 1979.

No, Worzel Gummidge has ended. The final episode aired on July 31, 1981.

Worzel Gummidge originally aired on ITV1. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Worzel Gummidge was created by Barbara Euphan Todd.

Worzel Gummidge has a rating of 6.2/10 based on user reviews.

Worzel Gummidge is classified as Kids, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Family.