
Once a successful playwright, George Maple is now procrastinating, lacking self-confidence and suffering from writer's block. He is seen at home with his supportive wife…
Comedy • Series • 1977 • 2 seasons
Starring: George Cole, Gwen Watford, Francis Matthews
Created by: Charles Wood
S1 E1 - Lesser Known English Dramatists
Gordon, looking for any excuse not to continue with his new film script, submits to an interview from an earnest American student.
Apr 18, 1977 • 50m
S1 E2 - Thundering Hooves
Gordon attends the filming of his latest screenplay - with which his director, Sandy, is not pleased.
Apr 25, 1977 • 50m
S1 E3 - The Tasting of the Wine
The Maples need to find someone to open the village fête - but who?
May 2, 1977 • 50m
S1 E4 - A Friend in Need
Gordon wants an ordinary life as a welder on an oil rig. Jenny leaves Tom, and the Maples are stuck with their 5 awful children.
May 9, 1977 • 50m
S1 E5 - First Night
Gordon dreads the opening of his new play.
May 16, 1977 • 50m
S1 E6 - Going Up in the World
Gordon is astonished to find that his new play is a hit.
May 23, 1977 • 50m
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Don't Forget to Write!
Once a successful playwright, George Maple is now procrastinating, lacking self-confidence and suffering from writer's block. He is seen at home with his supportive wife Mabel, son Wilfred and daughter Kate. They're frequently visited by neighbour Tom Lawrence, a confident, suave and successful playwright, and cleaner Mrs Field.
Comedy • TV Series • 1977