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The Best Episodes of Last of the Summer Wine Season 23

Every episode of Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Last of the Summer Wine Season 23!

Unencumbered by wives, jobs or any other responsibilities, three senior citizens who've never really grown up explore their world in the Yorkshire Dales. They spend their days speculating about their fellow townsfolk and thinking up

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 1 - A Brief Excursion In The Fast Lane
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    #1 - A Brief Excursion In The Fast Lane

    S23:E1

    When Barry has a mid-life crisis and becomes interested in fast cars, Glenda worries that she will not be exciting enough for him.

    Director:Alan J.W. Bell
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  2. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 2 - The Mystical Squeak Of Howard's Bicycle
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    #2 - The Mystical Squeak Of Howard's Bicycle

    S23:E2

    When Howard's bicycle starts squeaking around Pearl, he worries that it is some kind of curse. He decides to get the bicycle exorcised by a local expert - Norman Clegg...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  3. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 3 - Mervyn Would Be Proud
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    #3 - Mervyn Would Be Proud

    S23:E3

    Billy is being followed by a fan as a result of - after having one too many in the pub - bragging that himself, Clegg and Truly are the three surviving descendants of Robin Hood's men. Howard, meanwhile, is concerned that Pearl doesn't love him any more - she only gave him one fried tomato for breakfast!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  4. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 4 - The Incredible Ordeal Of Norman Clegg
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    #4 - The Incredible Ordeal Of Norman Clegg

    S23:E4

    Clegg is dismayed when Howard leaves with him a "picnic accessory" which he plans to collect later - Marina! He will only collect her when Pearl is safely away, but that could be some time, as the ladies are coming to tea next door. Auntie Wainwright's advertising dummy becomes key in the plan as Truly and Billy help Clegg get free of the imposed house guest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  5. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 5 - Beware Of The Hot Dog
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    #5 - Beware Of The Hot Dog

    S23:E5

    Wesley and Barry come up with a winning idea to sell hot dogs to tourists from Wesley's new wheelbarrow. Meanwhile, Clegg, Truly and Tom turn their thoughts to Nora Batty's life in Australia and remember Compo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  6. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus Position
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    #6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus Position

    S23:E6

    An unhappy Smiler is cheered by one of Wesley's inventions, a trolley. All that is needed is a hill and some driving skills...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  7. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 7 - A Chaise Longue Too Far
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    #7 - A Chaise Longue Too Far

    S23:E7

    One of Glenda's unwanted anniversary presents proves to be useful in strange ways, especially as Howard becomes trapped in his own bathroom...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  8. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 8 - Exercising Father's Bicycle
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    #8 - Exercising Father's Bicycle

    S23:E8

    Tom fancies emulating the achievements of his father, and asks Clegg and Truly for stories of what Compo could do on his bicycle...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  9. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 9 - Sadly, Madly, Bradley
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    #9 - Sadly, Madly, Bradley

    S23:E9

    When Billy's brother Bradley arrives on the scene, not even Clegg and Truly can bring a smile to his dour face. Meanwhile, an inflatable feeding trough poses logistical nightmares for Wesley and Auntie Wainwright...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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  10. Last of the Summer Wine Season 23 Episode 10 - It All Began With An Old Volvo Headlamp
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    #10 - It All Began With An Old Volvo Headlamp

    S23:E10

    When a man needs to be alone with his thoughts, help is on hand to provide the right atmosphere - but noone counts on him becoming the 'Wise Man Of The Woods'...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Roy Clarke

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Season 23 Ratings Summary

"A Brief Excursion In The Fast Lane" is the best rated episode of "Last of the Summer Wine" season 23. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Alan J.W. Bell and written by Roy Clarke, it aired on 1/6/2002. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Mystical Squeak Of Howard's Bicycle".