Series 1

Episodes

1. 1

   1. Episode 1

   5 Jan 1984 · 30 min

   Denis Ailing applies for a new job as a salesman — but will his decision to beat nerves by using pep pills work out in his favour?

2. 2

   2. Episode 2

   12 Jan 1984 · 30 min

   Denis continues to struggle through disastrous attempts to become a successful salesman, but his social life is picking up — Jennifer and Glenn offer the chance to flat share.

3. 3

   3. Episode 3

   19 Jan 1984 · 30 min

   As promised, Jennifer lets Denis take her out for a meal to celebrate his first sale. But has Denis drank too much — and can he handle the consequences?

4. 4

   4. Episode 4

   26 Jan 1984 · 30 min

   After a chance meeting with an unscrupulous alarm salesman, Denis decides to take on board some unethical practises and see if they work for him.

5. 5

   5. Episode 5

   2 Feb 1984 · 30 min

   Denis suffers from what his doctor terms a 'psychological blockage'. Overwhelmed by a lack of confidence, he's unable to close the deal in his working life — or in his relationship with Jennifer.

6. 6

   6. Episode 6

   9 Feb 1984 · 30 min

   Denis and Jennifer aren't on speaking terms, causing a terrible atmosphere both in the office and at home. Even worse, two salesmen from a different department convince Denis that the best way to produce great sales figures is through lying.