About
Classic sitcom starring Eric Sykes and Hattie Jacques as brother and sister twins who have to tackle the trials and tribulations of suburban life.
Cast
Eric Sykes
as Eric Sykes
Deryck Guyler
as PC Corky Turnbull
Hattie Jacques
as Hattie Sykes
Episodes
Season 1
Burglary
A series of burglaries misses the Sykes household and Mr Brown is the first to point out that they can have nothing worth stealing. Eric counters by saying he has a dog; but when he does buy one his troubles really begin.
Uncle
Eric is in his neighbour's black books, an embarassing affair at the golf club guest-night having affected his status. But when Eric reveals his uncle's identity Mr Brown attitude suddenly changes.
Walk
When Eric takes up walking he soon begins to think big. Mr Brown is not easily convinced of his abilities, so Eric decides to walk to Brighton.
Menace
Amanda, aged ten, arrives to stay for a weekend. Painfully recalling her sister's love of practical jokes Eric can't believe she's as innocent as she looks.
Boat
Mr Brown is persuaded to lend his new boat to Eric, who finds navigation harder than talking about the South China Seas.
Stranger
Eric and Hattie are visted by a stranger who has returned to honour a childhood promise.
Football
The local football team needs a referee - kindly but firm, worthy of respect. They choose Eric.
Job
Eric abandons domestic chores to join Hattie at the local factory.
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