Lame Ducks (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Series · ★ 6.3
Released in 1984, Lame Ducks is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Lame Ducks is a British television sitcom made by the BBC in 1984 and written by Peter J. Hammond. In one of the more dark and surreal plotlines, it starred John Duttine as Brian Drake, a man who, when suffering a serious injury after being hit by a truck, can no longer work and decides to head off to live as a hermit. As he goes along, he is joined by various other outcasts, including a woman called Angie. Later, a private detective called Ansell, hired by Drake's wife, locates the group, but as an outcast himself, decides to join them. The show ran for two series.
Who’s in it. Lame Ducks stars Jonathan Duttine, Brian Murphy and Lorraine Chase.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Lame Ducks 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 Lame Ducks page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lame Ducks tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lame Ducks (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lame Ducks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lame Ducks worth watching?
- Lame Ducks holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lame Ducks?
- Lame Ducks stars Jonathan Duttine, Brian Murphy and Lorraine Chase.
- When was Lame Ducks released?
- Lame Ducks was released in 1984.