About this season
Man About the House is a British sitcom created and written by Brian Cooke and Johnnie Mortimer, and starring Paula Wilcox, Sally Thomsett, Richard O'Sullivan, Brian Murphy, and Yootha Joyce. Six series were broadcast on ITV from 15 August 1973 to 7 April 1976. It was considered daring at the time because it featured a man sharing a London flat with two single women. Single roommates Chrissy and Jo search for a third tenant to help pay the rent, they intend on finding another female. But then they encounter Robin Tripp... who's looking for a place to stay. Two spin-offs were produced: George and Mildred (1976–79) and Robin's Nest (1977–81). A film adaptation was released in 1974 and, in 1977, the series was remade for American audiences as Three's Company.
Episodes (6)
1. Home & Away
Aired 6 March 1975 • 30 min
Robin, Chrissy and Jo are using the Ropers' car to watch a football match, but it breaks down. They call in for advice hoping that George won't find out, but there he is in the pub showing off his new wig.
2. One for the Road
Aired 13 March 1975 • 30 min
Chrissy takes driving lessons from Robin and George makes some incredibly strong homebrew liquor...
3. All in the Game
Aired 20 March 1975 • 30 min
Robin has to spend the night with Roper while his friend, Jerry, rids his flat of woodworm.
4. Never Give Your Real Name
Aired 27 March 1975 • 30 min
Robin is in a lot of trouble after Larry uses his name on a date. Can Robin resolve his problem with Linda?
5. The Tender Trap
Aired 3 April 1975 • 30 min
Chrissy's mother visits the flat again, intent on getting her daughter together with Robin.
6. My Son, My Son
Aired 10 April 1975 • 30 min
The Inland Revenue are investigating George for tax irregularities and come round to talk to him and his son, whom he invented for financial gain...