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      • Dad's Army ended in 1977 after 80 episodes, but still picks up new followers and gains sizeable audiences for repeats.
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  2. Feb 5, 2024 · Classic British comedy series Dad's Army has now seen all of its cast members pass away as Ian Lavender died aged 77 on February 5.

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Dad's_ArmyDad's Army - Wikipedia

    Dad's Army is a British television sitcom about the United Kingdom's Home Guard during the Second World War. It was written by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, and originally broadcast on BBC1 from 31 July 1968 to 13 November 1977.

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    • Captain Mainwaring played by Arthur Lowe. A central role in Dad’s Army, fans will remember Captain Mainwaring as the leader of the team. Portrayed by actor Arthur Lowe, the star’s performance would go on to be his most iconic role.
    • Sergeant Arthur Wilson played by John Le Mesurier. Platoon Sergeant Arthur Wilson served under George Mainwaring and was known as being the more relaxed and charming official.
    • Private Frank Pike played by Ian Lavender. Frank Pike played the youngest member of the group in Dad’s Army as the clumsy Private Frank Pike. Known for his earnest look at life and his non-regulation scarf, he was one of the most loveable characters in the show.
    • Lance Corporal Jack Jones played by Clive Dunn. Dad’s Army viewers will remember Clive Dunn playing the eccentric Lance Corporal Jack Jones. Known for his hilarious catchphrases such as, “Don't panic!”
  4. Feb 5, 2024 · The beloved BBC series Dad's Army quickly became a classic British comedy, but many of its stars are sadly no longer with us. The show, which was set during World War II, followed the antics...

  5. Jan 8, 2018 · When the first film version of Dad’s Army materialized in 1971, Columbia unwisely replaced her with Liz Frazer as Mrs. Pike because they wanted ‘a less homely type’ to play Mavis. The rest of the cast (and the public) were angered by the decision and it harmed the picture.

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  6. Dec 24, 2021 · James Beck played black market criminal Private Walker in Dad’s Army from 1968 to 1973. His sudden death in 1973 meant that his character had to be written out of the show and left his castmates in great shock.

  7. Feb 5, 2024 · While the spirit and humour of Dad's Army continues to live on today, the original stars of the show have sadly passed on. Take a look to see the original cast and celebrate their work…