About this season
Classic sitcom starring Eric Sykes and Hattie Jacques as brother and sister twins who have to tackle the trials and tribulations of suburban life.
Episodes (8)
1. The Stolen Bentley
Aired 17 October 1974 • 30 min
The sibling's plans to impress an important dinner guest are interrupted when a vintage vehicle crashes into their living room. Comedy, starring Hattie Jacques and Eric Sykes
2. Holiday in Bogsea
Aired 24 October 1974 • 30 min
Eric tries to liven up his tedious holiday in Bogsea and ends up in all sorts of trouble. Comedy, starring Hattie Jacques and Eric Sykes
3. The Pub
Aired 31 October 1974 • 30 min
The siblings take over a quiet pub for the evening, but Constable Turnbull's intervention soon has the bar buzzing with activity. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques and Eric Sykes
4. The Band
Aired 7 November 1974 • 30 min
The siblings take on a new lodger, but the police are forced to intervene when his musical enthusiasm proves to be a headache for the neighbourhood. Bernard Bresslaw guest stars
5. Two Birthdays
Aired 14 November 1974 • 30 min
Hattie takes driving lessons when Eric buys a second-hand car for her birthday. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques and Eric Sykes
6. A Bandage
Aired 21 November 1973 • 30 min
Hattie practises first aid skills on her brother, leaving him bandaged up to the hilt - and unable to get to the shops to make the final payment on his motorcycle. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques, Eric Sykes and Richard Wattis
7. Log Cabin
Aired 28 November 1974 • 30 min
The siblings decide to get away from it all for the weekend, but their hopes of a riverside retreat are dashed when they find they are not the only ones with a booking. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques, Eric Sykes and Richard Wattis
8. The Fog
Aired 5 December 1974 • 30 min
A stranger arrives at the Sykes' house, and when it turns out that he and Eric have met before, a trip down memory lane ensues