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{{short description|British television comedy drama series (1986–1994)}}
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'''''Lovejoy''''' is a TV series about the adventures of Lovejoy, a British ] dealer based in ] whose scruples are not always the highest. These were based on a series of ]s by ] (under the ] Jonathan Gash). Lovejoy has a reputation in the antiques trade as a "divvie", meaning one with an almost supernatural talent for recognising exceptional items as well as for distinguishing fakes or forgeries from genuine antiques. Lovejoy's first name is never mentioned in the books. In the TV series based on the novels, he insists on being addressed by all solely as "Lovejoy".
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| first_aired = {{start date|1986|1|10|df=y}}
| last_aired = {{end date|1994|12|4|df=y}}
| num_series = 6
| num_episodes = 71<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://deadline.com/2019/07/lovejoy-remake-1202640899/|title=Ian McShane's Classic British Drama 'Lovejoy' Set For Reboot After Blue Sky Pictures Options Original Novels|first=Peter|last=White|date=2 July 2019|accessdate=28 November 2024}}</ref>
| list_episodes = List of Lovejoy episodes
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'''''Lovejoy''''' is a British television ] ] series, based on the ]s by ] under the pen name Jonathan Gash.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.eadt.co.uk/lifestyle/21326015.memories-lovejoy-east-anglias-tv-classic/|title=Memories of Lovejoy: East Anglia's TV classic|date=14 January 2021|website=East Anglian Daily Times|accessdate=28 November 2024}}</ref> The show, which ran to 71 episodes over six series, was originally broadcast on ] between 10 January 1986 and 4 December 1994, although there was a five-year gap between the first and second series. It was adapted for television by ].


==Television== ==Overview==
{{Main|List of Lovejoy episodes}}
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The novels were made into a ] ], broadcast on ] in the UK from 1986 to 1994 and starred ] in the lead role. The lechery and violence in the novels was toned down for television. Also, the character of Lovejoy's favourite 'picker', Tinker Dill, was cleaned up (literally) from the malodourous, seldom-bathed individual in the novels, although his penchant for strong drink was retained. The first series was shown on BBC1 in 1986; then there was a five-year gap before ''Lovejoy'' was brought back in 1991. Nearly all of the original cast returned for the 1991-93 series, ] reprising his role as Charlie Gimbert at the start of the fourth series. The television version maintained the author's original wish to keep Lovejoy's first name guarded.


The series concerns the adventures of the eponymous Lovejoy, a roguish ] based in ], and was filmed around ].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Cranford |first1=Helen |title=In Constable country |work=The Times |issue=68010 |date=28 February 2004 |page=171|issn=0140-0460}}</ref> Within the trade, he has a reputation as a "divvy",<ref>{{cite web | url=https://televisionheaven.co.uk/reviews/lovejoy | title=Lovejoy }}</ref> a person with almost unnatural powers of recognising exceptional items as well as distinguishing genuine antiques from fakes or forgeries.
The fifth series of ''Lovejoy'' included some cast changes as the character of Lady Jane Felsham left the show in the second episode, and the character of Eric Catchpole left the show in the sixth episode (both returned for the series finale). Also in the fifth series two new regular cast members were added: these were Lovejoy's new apprentice, Beth Taylor (played by ]), and Charlotte Cavendish (played by ]), who ran a local antiques auction house.


==Characters==
There were also two ''Lovejoy'' specials (Christmas episodes, both with a running time of around 90 minutes) made during the second stint of filming. ''Lovejoy'' originally aired on the BBC. In America it aired on the ].
* Lovejoy, played by ], a less than scrupulous yet likeable rogue antique dealer<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://cultbox.co.uk/reviews/dvd-a-blu-ray/lovejoy-the-complete-collection-dvd-review|title='Lovejoy': The Complete Collection DVD review|first=Nick|last=Aldwinckle|date=15 August 2011|website=CultBox|accessdate=28 November 2024}}</ref>
* Eric Catchpole, played by ] (series 1–5; guest, series 6), Lovejoy's younger, enthusiastic, but ever so slightly dim, assistant
* Tinker Dill, played by ], "barker" and tout who is friends with Lovejoy
* Lady Jane Felsham, played by ] (series 1–5; guest, series 6), has a friendly, flirtatious relationship with Lovejoy, often helping him with his deals
* Charlie Gimbert, played by ] (series 1, 4–5), Lovejoy's landlord and the owner of a local ], he is also Lovejoy's nemesis within the antiques trade
* Beth Taylor, played by ] (series 5–6), Lovejoy's new apprentice following the departure of Eric Catchpole
* Charlotte Cavendish, played by ] (series 5–6), an auctioneer who becomes Lovejoy's love interest


==Broadcast history==
The series was marketed as ''The Lovejoy Mysteries'' on ] in the U.S. The ] release of the entire series has returned to title of ''Lovejoy''.
The series was notable for its style and pace. Lovejoy would frequently break the ], revealing his thoughts and motives by addressing the audience directly. The first series was shown on BBC1 in the first half of 1986. It concluded with a two-part special.


Despite the first series being a moderate ratings success, ''Lovejoy'' was not brought back until January 1991. The original four cast members returned for the next two series between 1991 and 1992. With the start of the fourth series in 1993, ] reprised his first series role as Charlie Gimbert.
==Changes from page to screen==
''For the article on the novels see ]''


During the fifth series, several cast changes were made. Phyllis Logan left the show in the second episode and Chris Jury departed in the sixth episode, although both characters returned for the sixth series finale. Two new regular characters were added: Lovejoy's new apprentice, Beth Taylor, and Charlotte Cavendish, who ran a local antiques auction house.
There are several notable differences between the television series and the books. The books are more violent, with the villain of each novel generally suffering a very gruesome death, for which Lovejoy generally denies responsibility, though it is implied that he did directly or indirectly cause the villain's demise. Lovejoy also shows some ]ic tendencies, both in his treatment of, and his comments about, the women he encounters.


The sixth and final series of ten episodes was broadcast between October and December 1994. Two ninety-minute ''Lovejoy'' specials for Christmas were shown in 1992 and 1993. The theme tune used in the opening and end credits, as well as the incidental music for each episode, was composed by ].
Yet he always appreciates women, saying that "women and antiques are the only reasons for living", "Women are the only source of love", and "Every woman is special in her own way, but women don't always realise this". He is very complimentary about older women, saying that they have a grace and presence that no 'dolly bird' can emulate.


==Releases==
Lovejoy frequently breaks the ] by directly addressing the audience, either with his opinion on various matters, to his observations about someone or something. This echoes Grant's writing style, where Lovejoy frequently breaks away from the narrative to give observations about antiques, history, and other subjects.
In the United States, the series was first broadcast on the ]. It was marketed as ''The Lovejoy Mysteries'' on ] in the United States. The ] release of the entire series has returned to the title of ''Lovejoy''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/39060/lovejoy-the-complete-collection/|title=Lovejoy: The Complete Collection|website=]|accessdate=28 November 2024}}</ref>

==Main cast==
*] - (Lovejoy)
*] - (])
*] - (Tinker Dill)
*] - (])
*] - (Beth Taylor)
*] - (Charlie Gimbert)
*] - (Charlotte Cavendish)
*] played Lovejoy's daughter Kate in series one. When the show returned in the 90's the characters name was changed to Viki and she was played by ] in series two and three and then by ] in the final series.

==''Lovejoy'' episode list and original air dates==
{{Main|List of Lovejoy episodes}}

==Parodies and appearances in popular culture==
*] supports are nicknamed "Bin Men" by their larger rivals ], after the episode "Bin Diving" (Series 2 Episode 3) in which a refuse collector (]) is seen to wear a dirtied ITFC cap throughout the episode. <ref></ref>

*The show was parodied several times in the ] sketch show ''Harry Enfield and Chums'' under the title 'Big Bob Joylove'. <ref></ref>

*In one episode of '']'', ] is accompanied on stage by ], who is dressed in a coat covered with 'antiques' (alarm clocks, cardboard boxes etc..) When Vic asks Bob to announce who he is, he replies in a resigned voice "Lovejoy, apparently, Vic..."

:In the later series '']'', Vic Reeves announces 'Lovejoy' to the audience, then ] appears dressed as the character in his black leather jacket, with huge lines of make-up streaking his face. Oddly, this version of Lovejoy speaks in the voice stereotypically associated with a ].

:Lovejoy's ] hairstyle (short at the sides, long at the back) is a common target in parodies of the show. However Ian McShane has a short cut in the first series and cuts the locks well before the final series revival.

*A Lovejoy-type character makes an appearance in the web comic ], in the chapter titled "Chilton Takes Charge," although he is renamed Lovelace and his companion Tinker is renamed Dinkle. In the comic, Lovejoy/Lovelace competes with and charms Scary Go Round character Amy Chilton after she opens an antique store and scoops up the good items ahead of the Lovejoy character.<ref></ref>


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British television comedy drama series (1986–1994) For the series of novels upon which the television series is based, see Lovejoy (novel series). For the British indie rock band, see Lovejoy (band). For other uses, see Lovejoy (disambiguation).

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Lovejoy
The main cast from the series 1 to 5 (from left), Dudley Sutton, Ian McShane, Chris Jury and Phyllis Logan.
GenreComedy drama, mystery
Created by
Starring
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Original languageEnglish
No. of series6
No. of episodes71 (list of episodes)
Production
Running time50 minutes
Production companiesBBC
Tamariska Productions
WitzEnd Productions
Original release
NetworkBBC1
Release10 January 1986 (1986-01-10) –
4 December 1994 (1994-12-04)

Lovejoy is a British television comedy-drama mystery series, based on the novels by John Grant under the pen name Jonathan Gash. The show, which ran to 71 episodes over six series, was originally broadcast on BBC1 between 10 January 1986 and 4 December 1994, although there was a five-year gap between the first and second series. It was adapted for television by Ian La Frenais.

Overview

Main article: List of Lovejoy episodes

The series concerns the adventures of the eponymous Lovejoy, a roguish antiques dealer based in East Anglia, and was filmed around Long Melford. Within the trade, he has a reputation as a "divvy", a person with almost unnatural powers of recognising exceptional items as well as distinguishing genuine antiques from fakes or forgeries.

Characters

  • Lovejoy, played by Ian McShane, a less than scrupulous yet likeable rogue antique dealer
  • Eric Catchpole, played by Chris Jury (series 1–5; guest, series 6), Lovejoy's younger, enthusiastic, but ever so slightly dim, assistant
  • Tinker Dill, played by Dudley Sutton, "barker" and tout who is friends with Lovejoy
  • Lady Jane Felsham, played by Phyllis Logan (series 1–5; guest, series 6), has a friendly, flirtatious relationship with Lovejoy, often helping him with his deals
  • Charlie Gimbert, played by Malcolm Tierney (series 1, 4–5), Lovejoy's landlord and the owner of a local auction house, he is also Lovejoy's nemesis within the antiques trade
  • Beth Taylor, played by Diane Parish (series 5–6), Lovejoy's new apprentice following the departure of Eric Catchpole
  • Charlotte Cavendish, played by Caroline Langrishe (series 5–6), an auctioneer who becomes Lovejoy's love interest

Broadcast history

The series was notable for its style and pace. Lovejoy would frequently break the fourth wall, revealing his thoughts and motives by addressing the audience directly. The first series was shown on BBC1 in the first half of 1986. It concluded with a two-part special.

Despite the first series being a moderate ratings success, Lovejoy was not brought back until January 1991. The original four cast members returned for the next two series between 1991 and 1992. With the start of the fourth series in 1993, Malcolm Tierney reprised his first series role as Charlie Gimbert.

During the fifth series, several cast changes were made. Phyllis Logan left the show in the second episode and Chris Jury departed in the sixth episode, although both characters returned for the sixth series finale. Two new regular characters were added: Lovejoy's new apprentice, Beth Taylor, and Charlotte Cavendish, who ran a local antiques auction house.

The sixth and final series of ten episodes was broadcast between October and December 1994. Two ninety-minute Lovejoy specials for Christmas were shown in 1992 and 1993. The theme tune used in the opening and end credits, as well as the incidental music for each episode, was composed by Denis King.

Releases

In the United States, the series was first broadcast on the A&E Network. It was marketed as The Lovejoy Mysteries on VHS in the United States. The DVD release of the entire series has returned to the title of Lovejoy.

References

  1. "Ian McShane: 'I don't even like antiques'". The Independent. Independent Print Limited. 9 October 2010. Retrieved 28 April 2012.
  2. White, Peter (2 July 2019). "Ian McShane's Classic British Drama 'Lovejoy' Set For Reboot After Blue Sky Pictures Options Original Novels". Retrieved 28 November 2024.
  3. "Memories of Lovejoy: East Anglia's TV classic". East Anglian Daily Times. 14 January 2021. Retrieved 28 November 2024.
  4. Cranford, Helen (28 February 2004). "In Constable country". The Times. No. 68010. p. 171. ISSN 0140-0460.
  5. "Lovejoy".
  6. Aldwinckle, Nick (15 August 2011). "'Lovejoy': The Complete Collection DVD review". CultBox. Retrieved 28 November 2024.
  7. "Lovejoy: The Complete Collection". DVD Talk. Retrieved 28 November 2024.

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