Common As Muck

·1994 ·2 Seasons ·Comedy ·Drama

Common As Muck offers a raw yet humorous glimpse into the world of refuse collectors and their management team. This BBC comedy-drama, which aired across two series—first in 1994 and followed by a second in 1997—captures the everyday struggles and camaraderie of its characters. Audiences were charmed by its blend of wit and realism, earning both series nominations for a BAFTA in the Best Drama category. The show skillfully balances the challenges of working-class life with moments of levity, making it a notable entry in British television history.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1 Season 1 6 ep
1
The Nose Out of Joint
1994-09-07
2
Keeping the Refuse Tender
1994-09-14
3
The Weekend
1994-09-21
4
Supercrew at the Job Centre
1994-09-28
5
Cash Bonus
1994-10-05
6
One More Battle to Fight
1994-10-12
1
Episode 1
1997-01-08
2
Episode 2
1997-01-15
3
Episode 3
1997-01-22
4
Episode 4
1997-01-29
5
Episode 5
1997-02-05
6
Episode 6
1997-02-12

Actors

Michelle Holmes
Michelle Holmes
Acting
Kathy Burke
Kathy Burke
Acting
Saeed Jaffrey
Saeed Jaffrey
Acting
Neil Dudgeon
Neil Dudgeon
Acting
Richard Ridings
Richard Ridings
Acting
Stephen Lord
Stephen Lord
Acting
Edward Woodward
Edward Woodward
Acting
Roy Hudd
Roy Hudd
Acting
Anthony Barclay
Anthony Barclay
Acting
Lesley Sharp
Lesley Sharp
Acting
Terence Rigby
Terence Rigby
Acting
PS
Paul Shane
Acting

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