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 (7)
1. The Drop Out
Aired 5 October 1979 • 30 min
Eric and Hattie put a close friend's nephew up for a few days - but when they arrive home, all they find is a guitar, a syringe and a pair of eyes staring up from the cellar
2. Fanny-By-Gaslight
Aired 12 October 1979 • 30 min
A neglected Eric plans to prove to Hattie she is heading for a breakdown because of all the social work she is doing. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques and Eric Sykes
3. The Stay-At-Home Holiday
Aired 19 October 1979 • 30 min
The siblings are about to leave on holiday, so Hattie discloses the events of their previous vacation abroad. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques and Eric Sykes
4. Bad Medicine
Aired 26 October 1979 • 30 min
Eric and Hattie suffer a bout of suspected food poisoning and the doctor prescribes some tablets which produce strange side effects
5. The Insurance Money
Aired 2 November 1979 • 30 min
Eric and Hattie make good use of an insurance payment when they go on a camping holiday. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques and Eric Sykes
6. Six Million Dollar Sykes
Aired 9 November 1979 • 30 min
Eric celebrates his birthday in the local pub and ends up in hospital after a confrontation with the neighbourhood bully. Vintage comedy, starring Hattie Jacques, Eric Sykes and Richard Wattis
7. The BBC Honours Sykes
Aired 16 November 1979 • 30 min
Eric and Hattie have to attend a presentation ceremony at the BBC, but as usual chaos ensues. Last ever episode of the comedy, starring Eric Sykes and Hattie Jacques