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A father and son who work as rag-and-bone men live together in Shepherd's Bush, London. While Albert is content with their way of life, Harold aspires to better himself and build a life of his own, but his attempts are repeatedly thwarted by his father, leading to frequent clashes between the two.
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Steptoe and Son premiered January 5, 1962. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
A father and son who work as rag-and-bone men live together in Shepherd's Bush, London. While Albert is content with their way of life, Harold aspires to better himself and build a life of his own, but his attempts are repeatedly thwarted by his father, leading to frequent clashes between the two.
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Episode 1
The local vicar asks the Steptoes if they will write an article for the parish magazine on the history of their profession. After arguing over who will write it, Harold gets the job, while Albert decides to get his own back with a crossword puzzle.
Directed by John Howard DaviesGuest stars Anthony Sharp
Episode 2
Harold is offered a role in a new play performed by the local amateur dramatic society. They are to hold a rehearsal at his house but are one actor short, so Albert is asked to take part.
Directed by John Howard DaviesGuest stars Trevor Bannister, Margaret Nolan, Betty Huntley-Wright, John Quayle, Cyril Town, John Anderson
Episode 3
When Albert's older brother dies, he and Harold go to the funeral and meet the other members of the family. After the burial, they come back to the house for the reading of the will, but the family are in for a big shock.
Directed by John Howard DaviesGuest stars George A. Cooper, Mollie Sugden, Rita Webb, Yvonne Antrobus, Bartlett Mullins, Tommy Godfrey, Queenie Watts, Stella Moray
Episode 4
When Albert gets a letter from the tax people, he confesses to Harold that he has been claiming for his dead wife. The two of them start to plan what to do, when the tax inspector arrives.
Directed by John Howard DaviesGuest stars Colin Gordon, Edwin Apps, Peter Madden, Donna Roberts
Episode 5
Because Albert wins at most things that they do together, Harold tries to strangle him, while sleepwalking. After seeing a psychiatrist, he thinks he's cured, until he goes back home and finds out what Albert has been up to.
Directed by John Howard DaviesGuest stars Joanna Lumley, Raymond Huntley, Georgina Cookson
Episode 6
Harold plans to redecorate the house, but he and Albert can't agree on anything. The only solution is a drastic one.
Directed by David CroftGuest stars Keith Ashley
Episode 7
Two convicts escape from prison and break into the Steptoes' house, holding them hostage.
Directed by John Howard DaviesGuest stars Leonard Rossiter, J.G. Devlin, Corbet Woodall, Tommy Vance
Episode information updated Sep 18, 2026
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