Fawlty Towers Season 1 Episode 2
Fawlty Towers
Season 1

Ep 2. The Builders

  • TV-PG
  • September 26, 1975
  • 28 min
  • 8.4  (2,300)

In this classic episode of Fawlty Towers, titled "The Builders," chaos ensues when Basil Fawlty hires a group of unreliable builders to undertake some much-needed renovations at his hotel.

As the episode begins, Basil's frustration is evident as he deals with various complaints from his guests – from the erratic plumbing to the lack of hot water. In an attempt to fix the problem once and for all, he hires a team of dodgy builders to carry out the necessary repairs.

However, it soon becomes clear that the builders are not up to the task. They are constantly late, take long breaks, and struggle to complete even the simplest of tasks. Frustrated by their incompetence, Basil takes it upon himself to oversee their work, resulting in him getting increasingly exasperated and impatient with the builders.

Meanwhile, other characters also get caught up in the chaos. Polly, the hotel's maid, finds herself becoming a handywoman, as she tries to fix various problems around the hotel caused by the builders. Sybil, Basil's wife, gets involved when she tries to manage the builders' workload, but ends up causing even more confusion.

Throughout the episode, the tension builds as each character's frustrations boil over. The guests become increasingly irate at the hotel's poor treatment, while Basil's temper flares as he struggles to keep everything under control.

Despite the stress and mayhem, the episode is filled with moments of hilarity. The comedy is fast-paced and draws heavily on physical humor and slapstick, with some of the most memorable moments coming from Basil's frustrated interactions with the builders.

Overall, "The Builders" is a classic episode of Fawlty Towers, showcasing the show's unique blend of sharp writing and physical comedy. Despite its age, the humor still resonates with audiences today, making it a timeless classic of British television comedy.

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  • First Aired
    September 26, 1975
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    28 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.4  (2,300)