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Episode 2.7

The Brockman family have a very restless night. Will anyone get any sleep? And what on earth are those dreadful noises coming from next door? And why is there a policeman at their front door?

In-Depth Episode Synopsis

Warning: the below synopsis may contain spoilers

The Brockman family have a very restless night. Ben has just been to casualty (where his frequent visits are beginning to arouse suspicions), Karen is staying up writing an angry letter to the Prime Minister asking him to fire her teacher, and Jake is providing alibis for his girlfriend.

As the night wears on, a thunderstorm breaks over the house, and Mum receives some shocking news about her dream boss. Will anyone get any sleep? And what on earth are those dreadful noises coming from next door? And why is there a policeman at their front door?

First Broadcast Details

Date:
Sat 27th December 2008
Time:
21.30
Channel:
BBC One
Length:
30 minutes

Main Repeats (Since 2009)

Note: Any repeats of this episode broadcast before 2009 are not shown
  • Sun 30th August 2009 (21.55, BBC1)

Episode 2.7 Cast & Crew

Regular Cast
Hugh Dennis ... Pete
Claire Skinner ... Sue
Tyger Drew-Honey ... Jake
Daniel Roche ... Ben
Ramona Marquez ... Karen
David Ryall ... Frank
Lorraine Pilkington ... Barbara
Guest Cast
Jonathan Cullen ... Headmaster
Michele Austin ... Nurse
Nila Aalia ... Amelia
Mark Spalding ... PC Smith
Writing Team
Guy Jenkin ... Writer
Andy Hamilton ... Writer
Production Team
Guy Jenkin ... Director
Andy Hamilton ... Director
Guy Jenkin ... Producer
Andy Hamilton ... Producer
Jimmy Mulville ... Exec Producer
Graeme Story ... Production Design
Philip Pope ... Composer
Nigel Williams ... Editor
Mark Davis ... Editor

Video Clips From This Episode


Dad is worried that Karen has been writing a list of people she dislikes.