Pardon My Genie

Pardon My Genie was a children's comedy series produced by British ITV contractor Thames Television, and written by Bob Block who later created Rentaghost. The premise was that a magic genie appeared in present-day Britain, summoned by a young apprentice named Hal Adden, a pun that goes some way towards characterising the series. Various comical misunderstandings arise, primarily aimed at youngsters. Arthur White replaced Paddick for the second run of thirteen episodes. Throughout both series, Hal was played by Ellis Jones, with Roy Barraclough as his long-suffering boss, Mr Cobbledick. The first series of 13 episodes was released on DVD on 22 September 2009. The second series of 13 episodes was released on 1 July 2013.

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Seasons

1. The Apprentice's Sorcerer

Air Date: 1972-04-10

Shop assistant Hal Adden, his dog and an important woman customer undergo transformations and Mr Cobbledick's spirits are dampened.

2. Series 1, Episode 2

Air Date: 1972-04-17

Mr Cobbledick is teaching Hal to drive but the genie decides to take a hand.

3. Series 1, Episode 3

Air Date: 1972-04-24

Burglars have broken into Mr Cobbledick's shop and Hal and the genie ensure that it won't happen again.

4. Series 1, Episode 4

Air Date: 1972-05-01

Hal and the genie help organize a jumble sale.

5. Series 1, Episode 5

Air Date: 1972-05-08

Mr Cobbledick is asked to sing at the social club's annual conference.

6. Series 1, Episode 6

Air Date: 1972-05-15

7. Series 1, Episode 7

Air Date: 1972-05-22

Mr Cobbledick takes a fishing holiday.

8. Series 1, Episode 8

Air Date: 1972-05-29

Patricia's bossy aunt, Henrietta is visiting and the Genie is selected to keep her entertained.

9. Series 1, Episode 9

Air Date: 1972-06-05

Mr Cobbledick faces competition when a cut-price DIY shop opens across the road from his store.

10. Series 1, Episode 10

Air Date: 1972-06-12

The Genie gets in the way of preparations for a fancy-dress party.

11. Series 1, Episode 11

Air Date: 1972-06-19

Mr Cobbledick takes in Hal as a lodger. The Genie is acting as host to another genie - a youngster aged seven hundred called Ringo.

12. Series 1, Episode 12

Air Date: 1972-06-26

Mr Cobbledick joins a keep-fit class.

13. Series 1, Episode 13

Air Date: 1972-07-03

Hal decides the Genie has to go but the Genie finds himself a job at Mr Cobbledick's favourite restaurant. Last programme of the series.

1. Series 2, Episode 1

Air Date: 1973-01-29

Hal returns from holidayto discover that changes have taken place in the Genie's appearance.

2. Series 2, Episode 2

Air Date: 1973-02-05

Mr Cobbledick helps a driver in distress but Hal asks the Genie to assist.

3. Series 2, Episode 3

Air Date: 1973-02-12

Mr Cobbledick decides to keep chickens.

4. Series 2, Episode 4

Air Date: 1973-02-19

Mr Cobbledick appears on television in a commercial for bathroom products and inspires the adoration of several female viewers.

5. Series 2, Episode 5

Air Date: 1973-02-26

Hal asks the Genie to play the part of the fortune-teller at the annual Widdimouth church fête.

6. Giddy Spells

Air Date: 1973-05-05

7. Series 2, Episode 7

Air Date: 1973-03-12

The Genie produces a talisman for turning anyone who touches it into a forceful and aggressive character - it is found by an old lady and the vicar.

8. Series 2, Episode 8

Air Date: 1973-03-19

Mr Cobbledick's wife and daughter decide to buy him a new suit for his 50th birthday.

9. Series 2, Episode 9

Air Date: 1973-03-26

It is Mr Cobbledick's 50th birthday party.

10. Series 2, Episode 10

Air Date: 1973-04-02

Mr Cobbledick and Mr Glossup buy the same hat and the Genie tries to convert Mr Glossup's anger into friendship.

11. Series 2, Episode 11

Air Date: 1973-04-09

The Genie is shut in the dustbin.

12. Series 2, Episode 12

Air Date: 1973-04-16

Cobbledick wants a new cook for the social club.

13. Series 2, Episode 13

Air Date: 1973-04-23

Hal and Patricia go behind the scenes at a TV studio.

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Rating

5.5/10

Release Date

1972-04-10

Episodes

26 (2 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast