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One Foot in the Grave S4E2 — Descent into the Maelstrom
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One Foot in the Grave•Season 4•Episode 2

Descent into the Maelstrom

8.1/10 · 171 votesJan 31, 199330 min

Ranked #5 of 6 in Season 4•−0.2 vs season avg

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Margaret falls ill to nervous exhaustion that has been building up over the past 34 years. She has little chance for peace and quiet in which to recuperate, especially with Victor's problems with gorilla suits and the waste disposal system. She is however cheered by

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Episode Summary

"Descent into the Maelstrom" is episode 2 of One Foot in the Grave season 4. It scored 8.1/10 from 171 votes, ranking #5 of 6 episodes this season (season average 8.3). It aired on January 31, 1993.

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