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Series 1 (1997)

1. A Room With An Alan

First Broadcast: Mon 3rd November 1997

Despite being reduced to living in a roadside motel and presenting an early-morning programme on Radio Norwich, Alan still dreams of launching a new show on the BBC. However, his meeting with chief commissioner Tony Hayers does not run smoothly.

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2. Alan Attraction

First Broadcast: Mon 10th November 1997

Alan has failed to get a second TV series and is days away from bankruptcy. Might the charms of receptionist Jill provide some relief?

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3. Watership Alan

First Broadcast: Mon 17th November 1997

Alan gets in an udder state when he insults Norfolk's farmers on his radio show and makes a promotional film.

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4. Basic Alan

First Broadcast: Mon 24th November 1997

Alan is the only guest at the Linton Travel Tavern when the manager decides to close it for refurbishment, leaving Alan at a loose end with some tungsten-tipped screws.

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5. To Kill A Mocking Alan

First Broadcast: Mon 1st December 1997

Alan invents a new drink while trying to impress some TV executives, and meets Jed, his biggest fan.

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6. Towering Alan

First Broadcast: Mon 8th December 1997

Developments at the BBC give Alan a whiff of hope, so he prepares to do some intensive networking - at a funeral. Despite his tactics, the plan appears to come off.

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