Series 1

Episodes

1. 1

   1. Father and Family

   1 Oct 1989 · 30 min

   James' ex-wife Helen arrives, saying that she has left her current husband and intends to move back in with the family. However, Helen's husband Frank, a member of the mafia, comes looking for her.

2. 2

   2. The Contract

   8 Oct 1989 · 30 min

   The Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.

3. 3

   3. Double Date

   15 Oct 1989 · 30 min

   Robbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.

4. 4

   4. The Horse Race

   22 Oct 1989 · 30 min

   Various interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.

5. 5

   5. Helen's Parents

   29 Oct 1989 · 30 min

   James' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.

6. 6

   6. She's Leaving Home

   5 Nov 1989 · 30 min

   James tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.

7. 7

   7. A Matter of Decree

   12 Nov 1989 · 30 min

   James and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.

8. 8

   8. Katie's Broken Heart

   19 Nov 1989 · 30 min

   Kate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.

9. 9

   9. Helen the Receptionist

   26 Nov 1989 · 30 min

   Frank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.