The Missing Postman – official series poster, BBC One

The Missing Postman

BBC One Ended Drama Comedy

1 Season · 2 Episodes · Premiered October 29, 2003 · Ended March 30, 1997

The Missing Postman was a two-part comedy drama that aired on BBC1 in 1997. Adapted from the Mark Wallington novel, it received the award for Best BBC Comedy Drama at the British Comedy Awards in 1997.When Dorset postman Clive Peacock is forced into early retirement, the years ahead look bleak. But on his last day in the job, in a moment of unexpected rebellion he makes a decision that will change his life. As he makes his final collection from the postbox in the small seaside town where he lives, he decides to deliver the letters himself, by hand, no matter the destination. Mounting his trusty bicycle, he sets off on what proves to be an odyssey of self-discovery. Pursued by the police and lionised by the media, Clive becomes both a fugitive and a reluctant hero.

Where to Watch: BBC One

Official Site

Next Air Time: No upcoming air date

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

2 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sat, Mar 29 1997 12:00 PM GMT+0000 1 min
E02
Episode 2
Sun, Mar 30 1997 11:00 AM GMT+0000 1 min

Cast

James Bolam
James Bolam as Clive Peacock
Alison Steadman
Alison Steadman as Christine Peacock
Jim Carter
Jim Carter as DS Lawrence Pitman
Gwyneth Strong
Gwyneth Strong as WPC Rachel McMahon
Stephen Moore
Stephen Moore as Ralph
Barbara Dickson
Barbara Dickson as Linda Taylor
Larry Lamb
Larry Lamb as Trevor Ramsay
Sam Loggin as Patricia Flint
Colin McCredie
Colin McCredie as Greg
View all 9 cast members →

Similar Shows

Top Rated Shows

More on BBC One

User Reviews

Rate this show

Your star rating (required)