Sink or Swim (1980): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1980, Sink or Swim is a komödie series.

What it’s about. Sink or Swim is a BBC TV sitcom starring Peter Davison as Brian Webber, who lives in a flat above a London petrol station, and trying to make his way in the world, thus far with limited success. His girlfriend, Sonia, is a very practical young woman who is passionate only about things like vegetarianism and ecology. When Brian's younger brother, Steve, arrives seeking a place to stay, his lazy, cynical, noisy "Northern lout" attitude disrupts Brian's already messy life. Like Only Fools and Horses, Sink or Swim was filmed in Bristol doubling for London. It ran for three series between 4 December 1980 and 14 October 1982, and was written by Alex Shearer, who later wrote the Nicholas Lyndhurst sitcom 'The Two of Us' (1986-90, LWT). The first two years of production overlapped as Davison was also starring as the Fifth Doctor in Doctor Who, which imposed constraints on recording schedules.

Who’s in it. Sink or Swim stars Peter Davison as Brian Webber, Robert Glenister as Steve Webber, Sara Corper as Sonia and Hilary Mason as Mrs O'Day, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Sink or Swim has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sink or Swim page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sink or Swim tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.