About this season
Robert Neilson has ambitions to play Hamlet but will do most acting work. His fiancée, Sue, and agent, Desmond, gently encourage his aspirations.
Episodes (6)
1. A Kiss Is Just a Kiss
Aired 14 November 1991 • 30 min
Robert jumps on a chance to film with Kim Basinger.
2. I Can Do That
Aired 21 November 1991 • 30 min
To obtain a major action role, Robert claims he can perform all sorts of athletic feats. Fortunately, he is a quick learner and almost gets away with it. Almost.
3. Fathers and Sons
Aired 28 November 1991 • 30 min
Robert and Sue are planning a vacation to Greece, but duty calls when he gets a small part. Unsure of how to tell Sue that he needs to delay his vacation plans, he claims he is adopted and must attend his 'real' father's funeral.
4. May the Farce Be with You
Aired 5 December 1991 • 30 min
Desmond and his wife are at the theatre to wish Robert good luck on his new part in a comedy, but the farce is acted in the dressing room when Desmond gets the wrong end of the stick after Robert explains the play.
5. Night of the Living Dead
Aired 12 December 1991 • 30 min
Robert gets a part as a corpse. It should be easy; no lines to memorise. Unfortunately, nothing is easy when Robert is on stage.
6. Not Suitable for Parents
Aired 19 December 1991 • 30 min
Robert has been cast in a sex comedy, but when Sue's straight-laced parents come to visit, he dares not have them see him in it. He suggests Sue take them to see 'The Importance of Being Earnest' instead. Bad decision.