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Total Seasons :2Total Episodes : 19
A situation comedy about divorcee James Shepherd, a charismatic vet, who struggles to run both a successful surgery and a home for his two teenage children.
Episodes(9)
1. Father and Family
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.
Air Date : 1989-10-01
2. The Contract
The Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.
Air Date : 1989-10-08
3. Double Date
Robbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.
Air Date : 1989-10-15
4. The Horse Race
Various interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.
Air Date : 1989-10-22
5. Helen's Parents
James' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.
Air Date : 1989-10-29
6. She's Leaving Home
James tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.
Air Date : 1989-11-05
7. A Matter of Decree
James and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.
Air Date : 1989-11-12
8. Katie's Broken Heart
Kate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.
Air Date : 1989-11-19
9. Helen the Receptionist
Frank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.
Air Date : 1989-11-26
Cast
Paul Nicholas
(James Shepherd)
Lucy Benjamin
(Kate Shepherd)
Andrew Read
(Robbie Shepherd)
Jane Briers
(Rose)
Angharad Rees
(Helen De Angelo)
Stephen Frost
(Frank De Angelo)
Ann Way
(Mrs Crosby)
Mavis Pugh
(Miss Rothermere)
Diane Bull
(Miss Fiona Fox)
Anthony Watson
(Patrick)
Lee Cornes
(Parrot (voice))
Robert Daws
(Roger)
Desmond McNamara
(Puppy Owner)
Sheila Ruskin
(Melissa)
Joanna Hall
(Patsy)
Mike Savage
(Mr Bunting)
Chrissie Cotterill
(Mrs Bunting)
Avis Bunnage
(Mrs Hayes)
Burt Kwouk
(Mr Wong)
Michael Ripper
(Stretch)
Linal Haft
(Price)
Peter Geeves
(Mack)
Richenda Carey
(Mavis)
Tony Aitken
(Artie)
Frank Middlemass
(Alfred)
Helen Pearson
(Winnie)
Faith Brook
(Miriam)
Siobhan O'Carroll
(Sylvia)
Dicken Ashworth
(Mr Green)
Su Elliot
(Mrs Platt)
Eve Pearce
(Mrs Bloom)
David Battley
(Mr Barnes)
Daniel Peacock
(Mr Wainwright)
Arthur Whybrow
(Arthur)
Oscar Webb
(Nicky)
Frank Lee
(Mr Frazer)
Alison Rose
(Arthur's Daughter)
Jimmy Lambert
(David)
Andy McEwan
(Policeman)
Doug Fisher
(Ted Woods)
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