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One Foot in the Grave S1E6 — The Return of the Speckled Band
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One Foot in the Grave•Season 1•Episode 6

The Return of the Speckled Band

7.8/10 · 196 votesFeb 8, 199029 min

Ranked #2 of 6 in Season 1•+0.1 vs season avg

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Following a food poisoning incident and problems with the electricity man, the Meldrews embark on a well-deserved holiday, however this is only the start of their problems.

Directed bySusan Belbin
Written byDavid Renwick
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Richard Wilson

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Victor Meldrew

Annette Crosbie

Annette Crosbie

Margaret Meldrew

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David Renwick

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Susan Belbin

Susan Belbin

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Episode Summary

"The Return of the Speckled Band" is episode 6 of One Foot in the Grave season 1. It scored 7.8/10 from 196 votes, ranking #2 of 6 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Susan Belbin and written by David Renwick, it aired on February 8, 1990.

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