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A portrait of the actor's life and career

About This Program

A portrait of the prolific actor's life and career, from his turbulent marriage to Hattie Jacques to his renowned role as Sgt Wilson in the TV sitcom Dad's Army and parts in more than 100 films. Featuring contributions by Michael Palin, Clive Dunn, Ian Lavender, Jimmy Perry and Joan Le Mesurier. Narrated by Julian Rhind-Tutt

John Le Mesurier: It's All Been Rather Lovely broadcasts on BBC Four HD at 8:30pm, Saturday, 20 December 2025. (Subtitles, repeat)

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Production Details

Runtime60 mins
DirectorLucy Kenwright

Cast & Crew

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Lucy KenwrightDirector
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Lucy KenwrightProducer
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Ian LavenderContributor
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Joan Le MesurierContributor
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Clive DunnContributor
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Jimmy PerryContributor
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Michael PalinContributor
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Caroline WrightExecutive-producer