Clochemerle
Clochemerle is a 1972 British–West German television comedy based on Gabriel Chevallier's 1934 novel of the same name, with Ray Galton and Alan Simpson adapting the text. Filmed on location in France, it starred Roy Dotrice, Wendy Hiller, Cyril Cusack, Kenneth Griffith, and Cyd Hayman, with narration by Peter Ustinov. In the small French village of Clochemerle, Mayor Barthelemey Piechut plans for the erection of a 'pissoir' (gentlemen's public convenience) in the town square. Unfortunately, the rest of the rural inhabitants aren't as impressed.
Cast: Peter Ustinov
Season 1
9 episodes
- 1. The Magnificent Idea of Barthelemy Piechut, the MayorEvery politician wants to leave a legacy and Mayor Bartholemy Piechut is no different — erecting a latrine in the village square might be a magnificent idea, but he knows he'll need help swinging opinion his way.6CC30minFeb 18, 1972
- 2. The Triumphal Inauguration of a Municipal AmenityAided by persuasive allies, Piechut gets his way and a startling new civic amenity is inaugurated, right outside the church and local shops — with mixed reviews from locals.6CC30minFeb 25, 1972
- 3. The Spirited Protest of Justine PutetOld maid about town Justine Putet rallies support for her opposition to the newly installed village latrine.6CC30minMar 3, 1972
- 4. The Awful Awakening of Claudius BrodequinYoung soldier Claudius returns home from army manoeuvres, only to discover he potentially shares the blame with the new urinal for bespoiling Clochemerle treasures. His father surprisingly rates developments a good vintage!6CC30minMar 10, 1972
- 5. The Painful Infliction of Nicholas the BeadleThe priest's sermon decrying the urinal in interrupted.6CC30minMar 17, 1972
- 6. The Scandalous Outcome of a Night of DestructionWar breaks out on all fronts · village against village - innkeepers wife against shopkeepers wife – pro latrine mayor versus the rest, even the aristocracy get involved!6CC30minMar 24, 1972
- 7. The Inexorable Power of the Third RepublicThe fate of Clochemerle and its demolished latrine becomes a pass-the-parcel of responsibilities between church, ministers, and the army. Watch out, unsuspecting residents!6CC30minMar 31, 1972
- 8. The Dreaded Arrival of Captain TardivauxThe army arrive in Clochemerle on 'manoeuvres', trouble is soon not far behind when the Captain mounts more than his horse. Piechut plans somehow take a step forward, notwithstanding a now barricaded urinal.6CC30minApr 7, 1972
- 9. The Glorious Triumph of Barthelemy PiechutThe villagers of Clochemerle face off against the army.6CC30minApr 14, 1972
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Clochemerle
Clochemerle is a 1972 British–West German television comedy based on Gabriel Chevallier's 1934 novel of the same name, with Ray Galton and Alan Simpson adapting the text. Filmed on location in France, it starred Roy Dotrice, Wendy Hiller, Cyril Cusack, Kenneth Griffith, and Cyd Hayman, with narration by Peter Ustinov. In the small French village of Clochemerle, Mayor Barthelemey Piechut plans for the erection of a 'pissoir' (gentlemen's public convenience) in the town square. Unfortunately, the rest of the rural inhabitants aren't as impressed.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Michael Mills
- Cast
- Peter Ustinov
- Studio
- Pidax Film- und Hörspielverlag, BBC, Bavaria Film
Maturity rating
6Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
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