Quick Summary
In this comedy, the members of the Front engage a private detective to establish Speed's innocence, and the plot follows their attempts to clear his name, with Robert Lindsay appearing in the cast. The storyline centres on the investigation and the comedic situations that develop as the detective works to prove Speed's innocence.
About This Program ✦
is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls squarely within the comedy genre, offering a light‑hearted take on its storyline. The piece is classified as an episode rather than a full series, and its title hints at a playful twist on the classic film it references. The central narrative follows members of a group called the Front as they enlist the services of a private detective. Their aim is to demonstrate that a character named Speed is not guilty of whatever accusation has been levelled against him. The plot revolves around the detective’s attempts to clear Speed’s name, providing the comedic backbone of the episode. The episode features Robert Lindsay in a starring role, anchoring the humour with his performance. As a comedy, the story leans on the absurdity of the Front’s scheme and the detective’s investigations, delivering a series of amusing situations. While the focus remains on the effort to prove Speed’s innocence, the presence of Lindsay adds a familiar face to the otherwise straightforward premise, rounding out the episode’s entertaining approach.
Citizen Smith broadcasts on That's TV (MCR) at 3:35pm, Tuesday, 10 February 2026.


