The Knowledge

Four men attempt "The Knowledge" examination to qualify as London taxi drivers.

Cast

Mick Ford

as Chris Matthews

Kim Taylforth

as Janet

Nigel Hawthorne

as Mr Burgess

Michael Elphick

as Gordon Weller

David Ryall

as Titanic Walters

Jonathan Lynn

as Ted Margolies

Maureen Lipman

as Brenda Weller

Lesley Joseph

as Val

June Watson

as Lillian

Philippa Howell

as Mrs Staveley

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