Series
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.
Episodes
1. 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.
50m
2. Thundering Hooves
Gordon attends the filming of his latest screenplay - with which his director, Sandy, is not pleased.
50m
3. The Tasting of the Wine
The Maples need to find someone to open the village fête - but who?
50m
4. 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.
50m
5. First Night
Gordon dreads the opening of his new play.
50m
6. Going Up in the World
Gordon is astonished to find that his new play is a hit.
50m
Cast
George Cole
Gordon Maple
Gwen Watford
Mabel Maple
Francis Matthews
Tom Lawrence
Clare Walker
Kate Maple
Ron Emslie
Wilfred Maple
Renny Lister
Jenny Lawrence
