Episode 1
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.
Episode 2
Thundering Hooves
Apr 25, 1977
Gordon attends the filming of his latest screenplay - with which his director, Sandy, is not pleased.
Episode 3
The Tasting of the Wine
May 2, 1977
The Maples need to find someone to open the village fête - but who?
Episode 4
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.
Episode 5
First Night
May 16, 1977
Gordon dreads the opening of his new play.
Episode 6
Going Up in the World
May 23, 1977
Gordon is astonished to find that his new play is a hit.