The Optimist

Meet The Optimist! A guy who has big dreams in life, yet creates problems and confusion wherever he goes.  He means well, but in this dialogue-free comedy series he manages to leave a trail of chaos across Hollywood and London. If you like Mr Bean, you will love The Optimist. Starring Enn Reitel.

Extras:

Sea Dreams (rough cut).  The pilot that was screened to Channel 4 commissioner Cecil Korer in 1981, from which the full series was commissioned

Original music by David Spear.  Music created for Sea Dreams, sourced from the original master tapes.

PDF scripts;  Original scripts by series creator Richard Sparks.

The Making of The Optimist: 24-page booklet, colour illustrated with many behind the scenes photos.  Features contributions from series star Enn Reitel, producer Robert Sidaway, writer Richard Sparks, and cast members Sharon Davies, Jenny Runacre, Jenifer Landor, Julie Peasgood, Annette Lynton-Mason and Karen Smith. 

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