Synopsis
Jack is trying to have a kip on the Rainbow but he keeps getting interrupted by Ernie and Sam who think Jack is turning into Grandpa Pops. Jack tells the story of Grandpa Pops, the oldest sailor in the world.
- Programme: Old Jack's Boat
- Series: 1
- Episode: 16: Grandpa Pops
- Channel: CBeebies
- Broadcast year: 2013
- Geography
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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