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Sink or Swim: how many seasons and episodes, and where it airs in the UK
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Sink or Swim has 3 seasons and 19 episodes on BBC One (1980–1982).
Sink or Swim is a UK comedy series on BBC One, which ran from 1980 to 1982, with 3 seasons and 19 episodes. Sink or Swim has ended; its final episode aired on Thursday, October 14, 1982.
Sink or Swim seasons (3 seasons, 19 episodes)
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 7 | December 4, 1980 | January 22, 1981 |
| Season 2 | 6 | October 22, 1981 | November 26, 1981 |
| Season 3 | 6 | September 9, 1982 | October 14, 1982 |
Original UK air dates on BBC One.
Common questions
How many seasons of Sink or Swim are there?
Sink or Swim has 3 seasons and 19 episodes, first airing on Thursday, December 4, 1980.
Has Sink or Swim ended?
Sink or Swim has ended; its final episode aired on Thursday, October 14, 1982.
What channel is Sink or Swim on in the UK?
Sink or Swim aired on BBC One. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.
Who stars in Sink or Swim?
The main cast includes Peter Davison, Robert Glenister.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved November 4, 2026.