The Brothers McGregor (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Series · ★ 5.7
Released in 1985, The Brothers McGregor is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Black and white half-brothers Wesley and Cyril McGregor run an extremely dodgy secondhand car business out of Liverpool. A comedic spin-off from ITV's soap opera Coronation Street, the producers were unable to get Tony Osoba and Carl Chase to reprise the roles, so Paul Barber and Philip Whitchurch were cast instead. For two characters who appeared in a single May 1982 episode, The Brothers McGregor was very popular, running for four series.
Who’s in it. The Brothers McGregor stars Paul Barber as Wesley McGregor, Philip Whitchurch as Cyril McGregor, Jean Heywood as Dolly McGregor and Jackie Downey as Glenys Pike, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Brothers McGregor has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Brothers McGregor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Brothers McGregor tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Brothers McGregor (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Brothers McGregor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Brothers McGregor worth watching?
- The Brothers McGregor holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Brothers McGregor?
- The Brothers McGregor stars Paul Barber, Philip Whitchurch, Jean Heywood, Jackie Downey and Allan Surtees.
- When was The Brothers McGregor released?
- The Brothers McGregor was released in 1985.