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.
CreatorCharles Wood
Lesser Known English Dramatists
Apr 18, 1977
Gordon, looking for any excuse not to continue with his new film script, submits to an interview from an earnest American student.
Thundering Hooves
Apr 25, 1977
Gordon attends the filming of his latest screenplay - with which his director, Sandy, is not pleased.
The Tasting of the Wine
May 2, 1977
The Maples need to find someone to open the village fête - but who?
A Friend in Need
May 9, 1977
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.
First Night
May 16, 1977
Gordon dreads the opening of his new play.
Going Up in the World
May 23, 1977
Gordon is astonished to find that his new play is a hit.
