The Testing of Eric Olthwaite

8.1/10 · 403 votesSep 27, 1977

Ranked #2 of 6 in Season 1•+0.2 vs season avg

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A boy becomes a man in the harsh world of the Depression. The rough, tough story of folk who couldn't afford to go on the Jarrow March.

Directed byJim Franklin

Written byTerry Jones, Michael Palin

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The Testing of Eric Olthwaite

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The Curse of the Claw

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Michael Palin

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Terry Jones

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Michael Palin

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Jim Franklin

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Episode Summary

"The Testing of Eric Olthwaite" is episode 2 of Ripping Yarns season 1. It scored 8.1/10 from 403 votes, ranking #2 of 6 episodes this season (season average 7.9). Directed by Jim Franklin and written by Terry Jones, Michael Palin, it aired on September 27, 1977.

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