Ep 4. The Good Samaritan

Rising Damp is a classic British sitcom that ran from 1974 to 1978. The show was known for its witty writing and memorable characters, and was created by Eric Chappell.

In season 3 episode 4, titled "The Good Samaritan," the residents of the boarding house find themselves in a bit of a pickle. It all starts when Miss Jones, the uptight and prudish spinster who runs the boarding house, injures herself while trying to fix a leaky tap. Her ankle is badly sprained, and she's unable to get around without the help of crutches.

As a result, Miss Jones is unable to perform her duties as the boarding house's manager. She can't cook, clean or take care of her tenants, and her absence quickly throws the household into chaos. Rigsby, the sleazy and often scheming landlord, sees this as an opportunity to take advantage of the situation and make a quick buck.

Rigsby decides to take on some of Miss Jones' responsibilities, and in doing so, he comes up with a variety of money-making schemes. He's always looking for ways to swindle his tenants out of their hard-earned cash, and the fact that Miss Jones is currently indisposed only makes it easier for him to do so.

Meanwhile, Philip, the naive medical student, takes it upon himself to be the "good Samaritan" of the household. He offers to help Miss Jones with whatever she needs, and tries to take care of the other tenants as well. Unfortunately for Philip, his good intentions always seem to backfire, and he inevitably ends up making things worse.

The episode is full of classic sitcom humor and hijinks, as the various characters clash and compete with each other. Miss Jones' absence creates all sorts of problems, and the fact that Rigsby is trying to profit from it only makes things worse. Philip's misguided attempts to help only add to the chaos, and the other tenants find themselves caught in the middle.

Ultimately, the episode is a lighthearted and enjoyable comedy that showcases the talents of its ensemble cast. Rising Damp was one of the most beloved sitcoms of its time, and "The Good Samaritan" is a prime example of why it has endured as a classic of British television.