Rising Damp

Rigsby's divorce is finalised, and he wastes no time in proposing to Miss Jones, eager to move on. Unfortunately, he makes the mistake of asking his brother to be the best man for the wedding, a choice that may cause complications.

Come on in the Water's Lovely is presented as an episode of a programme, offering a concise, self‑contained story within the larger series. Classified under the episode genre, it delivers a snapshot of events that unfold over a short timespan, allowing viewers to engage with a complete narrative arc in a single sitting. The format's straightforward, still focusing on a handful of characters and a clear sequence of actions. Rigsby’s divorce finally reaches its conclusion, and he doesn’t waste a moment. Almost immediately after the legalities are settled, he gets down on one knee and proposes to Miss Jones, signalling a rapid shift from the end of his marriage to the beginning of a new partnership. The proposal is still portrayed as a decisive, almost impulsive act, underscoring his eagerness to start fresh. The celebratory mood hits a snag when Rigsby decides to ask his own brother to serve as best man. That choice quickly proves to be a misstep, still introducing an element of tension that threatens to undermine the happiness of the occasion. By selecting a close family member for such a pivotal role, Rigsby inadvertently creates a conflict that complicates what should have been a straightforward, joyous event.