Steptoe and Son

Steptoe and Son is a landmark British sitcom created by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson, centering on a father and son who operate a secondhand goods business. The duo—portrayed by Wilfred Brambell and Harry H. Corbett—reside on Oil Drum Lane, a fictional street in Shepherd's Bush, London. The BBC aired four series from 1962 to 1965, followed by a revival run from 1970 to 1974. Its memorable theme, 'Old Ned,' was composed by Ron Grainer. In 2004, a BBC poll ranked the show 15th among Britain's Best Sitcoms. The format spawned international remakes: Sanford and Son in the United States, Albert & Herbert in Sweden, and Stiefbeen en zoon in the Netherlands. A 1972 feature film adaptation, Steptoe and Son, was released in cinemas, followed by a sequel, Steptoe and Son Ride Again, in 1973.