Are You Being Served? backdrop
Comedy

The Worst Episodes of Are You Being Served?

Every episode of Are You Being Served? ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Are You Being Served?!

Binge this in 1d 10h•Peaking at 1.0/10

This comedy series, which follows the exploits of employees at London's fictional "Grace Brothers" department store, is full of sexual innuendo, slapstick, visual gags, and double entendres. Much of the show's humor parodies Britain's class

Airs on
BBC One
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons10

All12345678910

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Worst Episode
    Click to reveal
    Are You Being Served? Season 1 Episode 1 - Are You Being Served? (Pilot)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Are You Being Served? (Pilot)

    S1:E1

    A reorganization within the store forces the staff of the gentlemen's ready-to-wear department to share their floor space with the Ladies' Department. Mrs. Slocombe, head of the Ladies, and Mr. Grainger, head of the Gents, immediately come to loggerheads over control of the center floor display. Mr. Grainger refuses to take down his trousers and put Mrs. Slocombe's underwear in its place. Undaunted, she goes over his head to Captain Peacock, and then to Mr. Rumbold.

    Director:David Croft
    Writers:Jeremy Lloyd, David Croft

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. Are You Being Served? Season 1 Episode 2 - Dear Sexy Knickers...
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Dear Sexy Knickers...

    S1:E2

    Mr. Lucas attempts to send Miss Brahms a love letter suggesting an after-work "get it together". Confusion on who sent the letter and to whom it was intended sets the stage for a lot of misunderstanding. There's also the customers to contend with and Mr. Lucas has a devil of a time fitting them into clothing.

    Director:Bernard Thompson
    Writers:Jeremy Lloyd, David Croft

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. Are You Being Served? Season 1 Episode 3 - Our Figures Are Slipping
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Our Figures Are Slipping

    S1:E3

    The Department figures have taken a dive and so Mr. Rumbold decides to convene a sales conference amongst the staff. Since the meeting is taking place after hours and off the clock, no one is very motivated to provide any solutions. If something isn't done, someone might lose their job, and that someone is clearly Mr. Lucas.

    Director:Bernard Thompson
    Writers:Jeremy Lloyd, David Croft

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. Are You Being Served? Season 1 Episode 4 - Camping In
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Camping In

    S1:E4

    A transport strike leaves the staff stranded at the store, so Young Mr. Grace offers to let them spend the night on the floor. Tents are set up, but Mr. Lucas has trouble keeping his up. A "campfire" sing along leads to talk of the last World War and the experiences some of them had.

    Director:Bernard Thompson
    Writers:Jeremy Lloyd, David Croft

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. Are You Being Served? Season 1 Episode 5 - His and Hers
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - His and Hers

    S1:E5

    Mr. Grainger's trousers are missing, along with the central display. The staff learns that the space was freed up for the "His & Hers" fragrance display. Mrs. Slocombe is outraged that they went her to take down her underwear and put perfume there in its place. The glamorous salesgirl causes stirrings in the trouser department. When it's discovered that free stockings and ties are given out with every scent purchase, both departments formulate a plan to oust the intruder.

    Director:Bernard Thompson
    Writers:Jeremy Lloyd, David Croft

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. Are You Being Served? Season 1 Episode 6 - Diamonds Are a Man's Best Friend
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Diamonds Are a Man's Best Friend

    S1:E6

    It's pay day at Grace Brothers and the staff realize that their money just doesn't go very far. An opportunity for a bonus arises when a customer loses a diamond and offers a £100 reward. Greed gets the better of everyone, except Mr. Grainger, and soon they're conspiring behind each others backs. Mr. Mash throws a wrench in the search after he damages a jeweled dress, causing a multitude of "diamonds" within the department.

    Director:Bernard Thompson
    Writers:Jeremy Lloyd, David Croft

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 BEST Episodes of Are You Being Served?

    READ
  7. Are You Being Served? Season 2 Episode 1 - The Clock
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - The Clock

    S2:E1

    It's Mr. Grainger's 37th anniversary at Grace Brothers and the Department hosts a celebration dinner for him. It's a time of happiness, and dread, for if he receives a cuckoo clock then it means he's to be retired.

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. Are You Being Served? Season 2 Episode 2 - Cold Comfort
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Cold Comfort

    S2:E2

    A fuel shortage grips the country and Grace Brothers, so the stores furnaces are shut down for the day. The staff are freezing and soon develop unique ways to keep warm.

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. Are You Being Served? Season 2 Episode 3 - The Think Tank
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - The Think Tank

    S2:E3

    Sales are falling once again and so Mr. Rumbold calls together a "think tank", a suggestion he "borrowed" from Captain Peacock. The staff decide that a fashion show would be the answer, but when Young Mr. Grace won't cough up the dough to hire proper models, the staff are forced to put on the show themselves.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. Are You Being Served? Season 2 Episode 4 - Big Brother
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Big Brother

    S2:E4

    There's trouble afoot at Grace Brothers! Someone's been lifting Mrs. Slocombe's skirts and putting their hands in Mr. Grainger's drawers. Shoplifting has struck the store and Mr. Rumbold installs a store detective and a video surveillance system. It goes off track for awhile, as Mr. Rumbold turns into a voyeur and the staff act like they're on television. Ultimately, the staff decide to do in the scheme and prey on Mr. Rumbolds hypochondria to accomplish it.

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. Are You Being Served? Season 2 Episode 5 - Hoorah for the Holidays
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Hoorah for the Holidays

    S2:E5

    The Store's redecoration plans threaten to interfere in the staffs vacations. Everyone is now expected to take the same two weeks off and there's disagreements on how to handle it. Grace Brother's Tour Group Company offers some package deals, but they are far from First Class.

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  12. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 1 - The Hand of Fate
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - The Hand of Fate

    S3:E1

    Mr. Humphries begins displaying his ability to read palms and tell the future. He sees that Captain Peacock will soon be "climbing the ladder and wearing a new hat". Everyone takes this to mean a promotion, especially now that there's a vacancy on the Board of Directors and Mr. Rumbold is in line for it. Captain Peacock expects to take Mr. Rumbold's job. The department staff soon all imagine moving up.

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  13. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 2 - Coffee Morning
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Coffee Morning

    S3:E2

    Mr. Grainger is 5 minutes late coming back from his coffee break and this sets in motion a management scheme to monitor all breaks. The staff must sign in and sign out when they leave and return to the department. The department staff revolt and union action is taken

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  14. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 3 - Up Captain Peacock
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Up Captain Peacock

    S3:E3

    Captain Peacock is celebrating his 20th year at Grace Brothers, and while his request for a raise has been turned down, he has been given a key to the Executive Wash Room and the privilige of eating in the Executive Dining Room. He lords this over the department staff and Mr. Grainger decides to make some trouble.

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  15. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 4 - Cold Store
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Cold Store

    S3:E4

    Illnesses strike the Department, and Mr. Lucas decides to fake his to get the day off. His plan backfires as he is assigned to the Ladies Counter as a sort of "quarantine".

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  16. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 5 - Wedding Bells
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Wedding Bells

    S3:E5

    Naughty sayings on her underwear push Mrs. Slocombe to the brink of giving her notice, but then it's discovered that Old Mr. Grace plans to ask a member of the staff to marry him. When he calls for Mrs. Slocombe, everyone assumes she's the one.

    Director:David Croft
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  17. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 7 - Shoulder to Shoulder
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Shoulder to Shoulder

    S3:E7

    The Ladies Department is temporarily closed due to refurbishing, so Mrs. Slocombe and Miss Brahms are given counter space over in the Gents. However, the men aren't very happy at having to share their area and do their best to make them unwelcome.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  18. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 8 - New Look
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - New Look

    S3:E8

    An after-hours staff meeting produces an idea to introduce background music and a recorded voice; the only question is--whose voice?

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  19. Are You Being Served? Season 3 Episode 9 - Christmas Crackers
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Christmas Crackers

    S3:E9

    Mr. Grace has an idea to improve Christmas sales--all the staff are to wear novelty costumes, much to their annoyance.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  20. Are You Being Served? Season 4 Episode 1 - No Sale
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - No Sale

    S4:E1

    When Mr. Grace decides to open the store early, the staff set out to sabotage the new policy.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  21. Are You Being Served? Season 4 Episode 2 - Top Hat and Tails
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Top Hat and Tails

    S4:E2

    Mr. Humphries' background as a dance instructor is called upon when the Ladies' and Gents' Wear departments form a team to compete in the inter-store ballroom dancing competition.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  22. Are You Being Served? Season 4 Episode 3 - Forward Mr. Grainger
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Forward Mr. Grainger

    S4:E3

    Mr. Grainger is selected to fill in for Mr. Rumbold while he is away; the staff wonder whether they should take advantage of Mr. Grainger's good nature, only to discover to their horror that he doesn't have one when he sacks Mrs. Slocombe.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  23. Are You Being Served? Season 4 Episode 4 - Fire Practice
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Fire Practice

    S4:E4

    After finding that Grace Brothers' fire precautions leave a lot to be desired, Mr. Harman helps out training the staff in fire preparedness and a fireman gives Mr. Humphries a lift.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  24. Are You Being Served? Season 4 Episode 5 - Fifty Years On
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Fifty Years On

    S4:E5

    After Mrs. Slocombe starts dropping hints that it's her birthday, the staff calculate that she is 50 and plan an appropriate party.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  25. Are You Being Served? Season 4 Episode 7 - The Father Christmas Affair
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - The Father Christmas Affair

    S4:E7

    When the mechanical Father Christmas proves that it can't be trusted, Mr. Grace offers a bonus for one of the staff to portray the store Santa. Meanwhile, Mr. Humphries and Mr. Lucas attempt to help Mr. Grainger prepare for a song-and-dance show at an old-folks' home.

    Director:Ray Butt
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Worst Episodes Summary

"Are You Being Served? (Pilot)" is the worst rated episode of "Are You Being Served?". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by David Croft and written by Jeremy Lloyd, David Croft, it aired on 9/8/1972. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Dear Sexy Knickers...".