It Ain't Half Hot Mum : 4 Episodes from Cassette

Jimmy Perry and David Croft

(4.3 stars; 3 reviews)

It Ain't Half Hot Mum is a delightful wartime comedy set in India during 1945. This series follows a British Army concert party tasked with entertaining Allied troops in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. The motley crew of thespians, known as the Royal Artillery Concert Party, aims to stay as far away from the fighting as possible while providing laughter and music.

In these four classic episodes, you'll meet the gang and enjoy their humorous exploits. From Sgt Major Williams' attempts to recruit the talentless Gunner Parkin to keep him from the front lines, to a VIP visit that goes awry when the star performer injures himself, each episode is filled with comedic moments. The characters navigate misunderstandings and patriotic pageants, all while trying to entertain their audience.

Join Windsor Davies, Melvyn Hayes, Don Estelle, and Michael Bates, along with Donald Hewlett and Michael Knowles, as they bring this charming series to life.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.