Sitcom★ New
Duration
30 minutes
Series Info
Season 1 Episode 4 of 7

Quick Summary

Rigsby approaches Philip, seeking a native charm he believes will enable him to win the affections of the attractive Ruth, a woman he finds delectable. Yet his aspirations for romance are ultimately dashed, as his plans go up in smoke.

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Charisma is a programme presented in the form of an episode, falling under the broader category of television content. It is listed simply as a programme with the title Charisma, and its format is identified as an episode, indicating a self‑contained story within a larger series framework. The central narrative follows Rigsby, who turns to his friend Philip for assistance in matters of the heart. Rigsby specifically asks Philip for a native charm, hoping the talisman will give him the edge he needs to win over the attractive and alluring Ruth. He believes that the charm will act as a magical catalyst, helping him to seduce the delectable Ruth and turn his romantic fantasies into reality. However, the plan does not unfold as Rigsby expects. Despite obtaining the charm, his aspirations for a love affair quickly dissolve, and his dreams of romance go up in smoke. The episode concludes with Rigsby’s hopes thwarted, leaving his pursuit of Ruth unfulfilled and his confidence shaken.

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Production Details

Runtime30 mins

Cast & Crew

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Frances de la Touras Miss Ruth Jones
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RB
Richard Beckinsaleas Alan Moore
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Don Warringtonas Philip Smith
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Liz Edmistonas Maureen
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Vernon LawrenceSeries-director