Quick Summary
The bar's annual St Patrick’s Day rivalry with Gary’s Tavern intensifies after the Cheers lucky mascot mysteriously disappears, prompting a frantic search across the premises. The situation unfolds in a comedy format, with Ted Danson appearing in the programme as the central figure.
About This Program ✦
is an episode‑length programme presented as a comedy. It sits within the “Bar Wars” series and centres on the antics that unfold in a local public house. The title hints at a continuation of the rivalry that has defined previous instalments, and the episode is framed as a stand‑alone story that still fits the overall tone of the series. The core of the plot revolves around the bar’s yearly St Patrick’s Day face‑off with the neighbouring Gary’s Tavern. This year’s contest is pushed to a new level when the beloved Cheers lucky mascot vanishes without a trace. The disappearance becomes the catalyst that fuels the escalating competition, with both establishments scrambling to outdo each other while trying to locate the missing mascot. Delivered in a light‑hearted, comedic style, the episode leans heavily on the familiar banter and one‑up‑manship that fans of the series expect. It showcases the festive atmosphere of St Patrick’s Day, the quirky importance of the mascot to the bar’s identity, and the lengths the characters will go to protect their pride. The humour is driven by the absurdity of the situation, keeping the focus firmly on the rivalry and the mystery of the vanished mascot throughout the run‑time.
Cheers broadcasts on Channel 4 at 7:20am, Friday, 13 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)




