About this season
The Irish R.M. refers to a series of books by the Anglo-Irish novelists Somerville and Ross, and the television comedy-drama series based on them. They are set in turn of the 20th century west of Ireland.
Episodes (6)
1. The Muse in Skebawn
Aired 2 June 1985 • 50 min
With Philippa gone to England to tend to her ailing mother, Major Yeates's problems multiply. A shifty entrepreneur brings moving pictures into Skebawn, create havoc that the Major must subdue while fending off the unwanted advances of Miss Bobby Bennell.
2. Apollo Riggs
Aired 9 June 1985 • 50 min
The Major's sister, Babs, looks after him in Philippa's absence. Cousin Andrew also arrives to help and begins to fix everything in sight, including a crumbling chimney and a mysterious well. Cold water and strange spirits are unleashed as Andrew's enthusiasm goes a bit too far.
3. A Friend of Her Youth
Aired 16 June 1985 • 50 min
Babs fondly reminisces about her old friend, Julian Chichester, who is coming to stay at Shreelane. But no sooner does Chichester arrive than he begins to scorn the Major's household, including a beloved canine. Flurry decides to teach Chichester a lesson or two with the canine as an unwitting accomplice.
4. In The Curranhilty Country
Aired 23 June 1985 • 50 min
Yeates's day of hunting goes badly, and he soon decides to abandon a troublesome new car
5. Lisheen Races
Aired 30 June 1985 • 50 min
A stern official from Dublin Castle observes Yeates' court conduct; Yeates finds Sally's horse hidden in the loft.
6. The Devil You Know
Aired 6 July 1985 • 50 min
An old friend's offer of a resident magistrate position in a more civilized location tempts Yeates.