The BEST episodes of Steptoe and Son
Every episode of Steptoe and Son ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Steptoe and Son!
Classic comedy from the 60s and 70s. Albert and son Harold run a junk business from their chaotic Shepherd's Bush flat, but Harold wants out.
#1 - Cuckoo in the Nest
Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/21/1970
Albert's long-lost son Arthur arrives from Australia, and much to Harold's horror, Albert offers him a partnership in their business.
#2 - A Winter's Tale
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/13/1970
Harold has booked a skiing holiday on his own but disaster strikes.
#3 - Any Old Iron?
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/20/1970
Albert disapproves of Harold's new friendship with a posh customer.
#4 - Steptoe and Son - and Son!
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/27/1970
When Harold thinks he is going to be a father, he proposes marriage.
#5 - The Colour Problem
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/3/1970
Harold wants to buy a new sports car, but Albert wants to spend the money on a brand new colour TV.
#6 - T.B. or Not T.B.?
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/10/1970
After Harold and Albert take tuberculosis tests, there is concerning news when the results arrive.
#7 - Men of Property
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/17/1970
With the lease on the property almost up, the Steptoes must find money to buy the house.
#8 - Robbery with Violence
Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/2/1970
While cleaning the house, Albert knocks over Harold's porcelain cabinet and destroys his valuable collection.
#9 - Come Dancing
Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/9/1970
To prepare Harold for a competition, Albert must teach him how to dance.
#10 - Two's Company
Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/16/1970
Harold is shocked when he meets Albert's new fiancée.
#11 - Tea for Two
Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/23/1970
Albert has a chance to host the prime minister at the junk yard, but Harold is of a different political persuasion.
#12 - Without Prejudice
Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/30/1970
When the Steptoes plan move to a posh neighbourhood, the snotty locals don't like the look of them.
#13 - Pot Black
Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/7/1970
Harold buys a second-hand snooker table and challenges Albert to some games.
#14 - The Three Feathers
Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/14/1970
When Harold buys a 19th-century commode, he falls victim to a scam operation.
#15 - A Death in the Family
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/6/1970
Distraught over the death of his horse, Albert loses all interest in the business.
#16 - Men of Letters
Season 7 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/21/1972
Harold and Albert vie for the chance to be published in the parish magazine.
#17 - A Star Is Born
Season 7 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/28/1972
Having joined the local amateur drama group, Harold must compete against another newcomer for a leading role.
#18 - Oh, What a Beautiful Mourning
Season 7 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/6/1972
After Albert's brother dies, he and his family squabble over the will.
#19 - Live Now, P.A.Y.E. Later
Season 7 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/13/1972
Harold discovers that Albert has neglected to inform the tax department that his wife had died over 30 years ago.
#20 - Loathe Story
Season 7 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/20/1972
After he tries to murder Albert in his sleep, Harold visits a psychiatrist to get to the root of his anger for his father.
#21 - Divided We Stand
Season 7 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/27/1972
The squabbling Steptoes divide the house into two opposing sections.
#22 - The Desperate Hours
Season 7 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/3/1972
Freezing and hungry, the Steptoes must also contend with two escaped convicts demanding money from them.
#23 - Back in Fashion
Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/4/1974
When the Steptoes' yard is chosen as the background for a fashion shoot, beautiful models fill the house.
#24 - And So to Bed
Season 8 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/11/1974
After Harold's girlfriend spots bugs in his bed, he must go buy a new one.
#25 - Porn Yesterday
Season 8 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/18/1974
After Harold excitedly brings home an old machine containing an erotic film, he is shocked to discover who is the star of the show.