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Bob Servant
Overview
The Scottish town of Broughty Ferry doesn’t know what’s hit it. The sudden death of the sitting MP has resulted in a by-election that could change the political map of the UK. Bob Servant has been waiting his whole life for this level of attention and he’s willing to do anything to keep it.
Top Cast
Brian Cox
Bob Servant
Seasons
Season 1 (2013)
No overview available.
6 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: Launch Day
2013-01-23Bob Servant launches his political campaign with controversial results. A radio appearance leads to a home visit from the police and protests from local dog owners. Bob's campaign lies in tatters, but will he make a humbling on-air apology?
Runtime: N/A minEpisode 2: A Local Man
2013-01-30The by-election favourite, Nick Edwards, arrives in town and Bob is determined to derail him. From the pubs of Broughty Ferry to a glittering high society dinner, Bob chaotically attempts to gather support for his 'Local Man' campaign.
Runtime: N/A minEpisode 3: Women and God
2013-02-06Looking for a campaign boost, Bob courts both the religious vote and the women of Broughty Ferry in a daring twin attack. Can he find himself a girlfriend and turn around his faltering campaign? A romantic date brings unexpected danger.
Runtime: N/A minEpisode 4: The Media
2013-02-13Bob tricks his way on to TV, but a news report makes him a laughing stock around Broughty Ferry. He recruits his mother Margo for some much-needed damage limitation.
Runtime: N/A minEpisode 5: The Debate
2013-02-20Bob is in trouble and he knows it. A by-election debate, in front of a live audience, is his last chance for glory, but he's running unusually low on ideas. Can he pull himself together and win over the crowd ahead of election day?
Runtime: N/A minEpisode 6: Election Day
2013-02-27A reinvigorated Bob and Frank embark on a final push for votes, but a confrontation with Bob's first ever boo boy leaves them on the run from the police. Bob keeps his head held high as they wait for the election results. Surely he can't win?
Runtime: N/A minSeason 2 (2014)
No overview available.
3 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: The Van
2014-12-01It's a new start for Bob and Frank, selling giant 'Meat Attack' burgers to the Broughty Ferry public. Things are going well until a woman and a council inspector get between them. Frank's head is turned and Bob's business plans are in disarray. Will their friendship last the day?
Runtime: N/A minEpisode 2: Court
2014-12-08When arch-nemesis Hendo becomes a love rival, Bob takes drastic action that lands him in court. Defending himself, with a support team of Frank and washed-up lawyer Objection McNally, Bob finds himself in serious danger. Can he convince the jury of his innocence?
Runtime: N/A minEpisode 3: Wedding
2014-12-15Frank's getting married and Bob's feeling the pressure. He's confident that he's the best best man in history, but Frank isn't so sure. Frank reveals that he's planning to leave Broughty Ferry and Bob's reaction is extreme - placing the wedding and Frank's future in serious jeopardy.
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