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An Actor's Life for Me

Series 1 · 6 episodes · Nov 14, 1991

  1. Episode 1

    A Kiss Is Just a Kiss

    Nov 14, 1991

    Robert jumps on a chance to film with Kim Basinger.

  2. Episode 2

    I Can Do That

    Nov 21, 1991

    To obtain a major action role, Robert claims he can perform all sorts of athletic feats. Fortunately, he is a quick learner and almost gets away with it. Almost.

  3. Episode 3

    Fathers and Sons

    Nov 28, 1991

    Robert and Sue are planning a vacation to Greece, but duty calls when he gets a small part. Unsure of how to tell Sue that he needs to delay his vacation plans, he claims he is adopted and must attend his 'real' father's funeral.

  4. Episode 4

    May the Farce Be with You

    Dec 5, 1991

    Desmond and his wife are at the theatre to wish Robert good luck on his new part in a comedy, but the farce is acted in the dressing room when Desmond gets the wrong end of the stick after Robert explains the play.

  5. Episode 5

    Night of the Living Dead

    Dec 12, 1991

    Robert gets a part as a corpse. It should be easy; no lines to memorise. Unfortunately, nothing is easy when Robert is on stage.

  6. Episode 6

    Not Suitable for Parents

    Dec 19, 1991

    Robert has been cast in a sex comedy, but when Sue's straight-laced parents come to visit, he dares not have them see him in it. He suggests Sue take them to see 'The Importance of Being Earnest' instead. Bad decision.