Are You Being Served? season 2 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
The Grace Brothers staff navigates a series of comedic trials surrounding a suit fitting and holiday plans. Amidst discussing personal holiday experiences and destinations, they confront the store's upcoming closure for redecoration, leading to dissatisfaction with the proposed compensation. Mr. Grace offers a solution with a generous personal holiday allowance, only for a twist in timing to place their plans during an inconvenient season. The episode humorously highlights the staff's camaraderie and quirky attempts at navigating workplace challenges and holiday dreams.
Full Episode S02E05 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who needed assistance with a customer for a made-to-measure suit?
Mr. Humphreys and Mr. Lucas were involved in assisting the customer for the made-to-measure suit.
What was Mrs. Slocombe's opinion on holiday destinations?
Mrs. Slocombe had discussions about various holiday destinations, expressing preferences and sharing experiences from past holidays.
What did Mr. Mash bring to the floor that caused a commotion?
Mr. Mash brought a promotional display for Mrs. Slocombe's department, specifically for the "Firm You Up Fat Fighter Control Corset."
How did the staff react to the store's closure announcement for redecoration?
The staff were initially concerned about their holiday plans, expressing dissatisfaction with the inconvenience payment offered.
What destinations were considered for the staff holiday?
Destinations considered included Torremolinos, Monte Listerone, and Tunisia, among others discussed during a slide show presentation.
How did Mr. Grace respond to the staff's rejection of the package holiday offer?
Mr. Grace offered a generous personal holiday allowance to each staff member, allowing them to make their own arrangements.
What was the final decision regarding the staff's holiday timing?
The staff were informed they would have to take their holidays during the last two weeks of November, due to scheduling conflicts with the decorators.
Who showed holiday photos that led to humorous misunderstandings?
Mrs. Slocombe and Captain Peacock were involved in a humorous misunderstanding over holiday photos.
What did the staff find humorous about the holiday package presentations?
The staff found the descriptions and amenities of the presented holiday packages humorous, particularly the outdated or exaggerated features.
What was the episode's conclusion regarding the staff's holiday plans?
The episode concluded with the staff humorously accepting their holiday situation, with a final reminder of the store's offerings through the theme song.
