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The Worst Episodes of Hi-de-Hi!

Every episode of Hi-de-Hi! ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Hi-de-Hi!!

Hi-de-Hi! is a British sitcom set in Maplins, a fictional holiday camp, during 1959 and 1960, and was written by Jimmy Perry and David Croft,...
Genre:Comedy
Network:BBC One

Worst Episodes Summary

"Only the Brave" is the worst rated episode of "Hi-de-Hi!". It scored 5.7/10 based on 39 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 12/13/1986. This episode scored 0.5 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Marry Go Round".

  • Only the Brave
    5.7/1039 votes
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    #1 - Only the Brave

    Season 8 Episode 5 - Aired 12/13/1986

    Spike thinks the staff should do something special for April's birthday. But with Ted organising the occasion, things are unlikely to go as intended.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Marry Go Round
    6.2/1027 votes
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    #2 - Marry Go Round

    Season 9 Episode 2 - Aired 1/2/1988

    The campers are complaining about how unfunny the camp comic is. Spike believes it's because his engagement to April is preying on his mind and attempts to find a cure.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The New Broom
    6.3/1024 votes
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    #3 - The New Broom

    Season 8 Episode 2 - Aired 11/15/1986

    The unexpected arrival of the new camp controller catches everyone off guard, and Alec Foster does not pull any punches...

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Off With the Motley
    6.5/1028 votes
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    #4 - Off With the Motley

    Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 11/24/1984

    When the post of Stores Supervisor becomes vacant, Peggy is promoted.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Ivory Castles in the Air
    6.5/1026 votes
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    #5 - Ivory Castles in the Air

    Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 2/9/1986

    Gladys gets the wrong idea when Clive takes her to visit his family estate.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Hey Diddle Diddle, Who's on the Fiddle?
    6.6/1030 votes
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    #6 - Hey Diddle Diddle, Who's on the Fiddle?

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 12/1/1984

    Peggy and Spike uncover evidence that suggests Joe Maplin gave Clive a job in order to spy on the staff.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Pigs Might Fly
    6.6/1025 votes
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    #7 - Pigs Might Fly

    Season 8 Episode 1 - Aired 11/8/1986

    The shock departure of Barry turns his partner Yvonne into a recluse in her chalet, and leaves the entertainments programme one act short.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Perils of Peggy
    6.6/1025 votes
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    #8 - The Perils of Peggy

    Season 9 Episode 3 - Aired 1/9/1988

    In spite of her coldness towards him, Clive is desperate to win Gladys back - but he requires the help of Ted and Peggy.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Pay-Off
    6.7/1032 votes
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    #9 - The Pay-Off

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 11/21/1982

    In spite of the staff's efforts, the local council remains unfazed by the prospect of having Joe Maplin as a neighbour for the proposed hospital, so Joe takes drastic action.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Lack of Punch
    6.7/1027 votes
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    #10 - A Lack of Punch

    Season 7 Episode 5 - Aired 1/26/1986

    Head Office decides not to replace Mr. Partridge until the end of the season, and tells the staff that they are to stand in for him in the meantime.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • On With the Motley
    6.8/1035 votes
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    #11 - On With the Motley

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 12/20/1981

    Ted feels his big chance has come when he is asked to perform some dates at the local golf club dinners.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Sausages or Limelight
    6.8/1037 votes
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    #12 - Sausages or Limelight

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 1/3/1982

    Spike is forced to make an impossible decision when his girlfriend's father issues an ultimatum.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Desire in the Mickey Mouse Grotto
    6.9/1047 votes
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    #13 - Desire in the Mickey Mouse Grotto

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2/26/1981

    Jeffrey is implicated when Ted is spotted entering a chalet with a girl camper.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Empty Saddles
    6.9/1028 votes
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    #14 - Empty Saddles

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 12/11/1983

    Fred is in for a devastating blow when Joe Maplin makes a decision concerning the camp's horses.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Together Again
    6.9/1029 votes
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    #15 - Together Again

    Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 11/3/1984

    The Maplin's staff assembles at the start of the new season to find a few surprises awaiting them.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Tell It to the Marines
    6.9/1035 votes
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    #16 - Tell It to the Marines

    Season 9 Episode 1 - Aired 12/26/1987

    A Royal Marines sergeant antagonises Ted, causing him to make a rash statement he may have cause to regret.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Let Them Eat Cake
    6.9/1026 votes
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    #17 - Let Them Eat Cake

    Season 9 Episode 4 - Aired 1/16/1988

    Alec Foster pays the camp another visit and Ted takes the opportunity to ask for a rise.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Beauty Queen Affair
    7.0/1048 votes
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    #18 - The Beauty Queen Affair

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/5/1981

    Jeffrey is called on to judge the Holiday Princess Competition. Meanwhile, Ted teaches Spike how to make the most of the campers' generosity.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Society Entertainer
    7.0/1033 votes
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    #19 - The Society Entertainer

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 1/2/1983

    A female camper captures Spike's heart, making him eager to impress her - even if his act suffers as a result!

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Save Our Heritage
    7.0/1029 votes
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    #20 - Save Our Heritage

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 12/4/1983

    Joe Maplin commands Jeffrey to assist with the demolition of a nearby cottage, which stands in the way of the camp's new extension.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Graven Image
    7.0/1029 votes
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    #21 - The Graven Image

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 1/8/1984

    The camp is all prepared for the unveiling of the new Joe Maplin statue. Alas, several factors, including Spike's uncharacteristic drunkenness, ensure that the ceremony does not run smoothly.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Orphan of the Storm
    7.0/1026 votes
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    #22 - Orphan of the Storm

    Season 8 Episode 3 - Aired 11/22/1986

    The staff rallies round when Alec Foster sacks Peggy. But it seems as though nothing can be done to save her job.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • God Bless Our Family
    7.0/1028 votes
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    #23 - God Bless Our Family

    Season 8 Episode 4 - Aired 12/6/1986

    Fed up with Clive's irresponsible behaviour, his entire family turns up at the camp to try and talk some sense into him.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • September Song
    7.0/1027 votes
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    #24 - September Song

    Season 8 Episode 6 - Aired 12/27/1986

    Ted has a new love interest: a young pianist whom he plans to marry. Elsewhere, Julian is hoping romance will blossom for himself and Yvonne, and takes her to visit his farm.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Co-Respondent's Course
    7.1/1030 votes
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    #25 - Co-Respondent's Course

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 12/12/1982

    Jeffrey's wife is anxious to acquire a divorce. Unfortunately, he is not very co-operative when it comes to giving grounds.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A