Series 1 (1964)1. Entente CordialeFirst Broadcast: Wed 16th December 1964
The lads have just returned from holiday where Bob has lost his heart to a French girl named Louise - at least from afar as he never actually spoke to her. He soon learns that Terry gave her his address and the young lady is coming over to see him and bringing a friend. Bob is persuaded to make up a foursome with a heavy heart ... 2. Double DateFirst Broadcast: Wed 23rd December 1964
Bob is despondent after another failed romance but Terry has heard it all before and, when two young ladies enter the cafe they are in, Terry persuades a reluctant Bob to give dating another go. It's not long before Bob has fallen in love again but these two prove expensive ... 3. Older Women Are More ExperiencedFirst Broadcast: Wed 30th December 1964
Freda, the new canteen manageress, is causing quite a stir and Terry fancies his chances with a more mature woman. He bets Bob he will be going out with her by the end of the day and is full of himself when she asks him to do a job for her that evening. Bob also has a date but he has not actually met the mysterious Sheila Mills yet ... 4. The Other Side of the FenceFirst Broadcast: Wed 6th January 1965
When Bob is seconded to the drawing office he witnesses a whole new life and is keen to better himself. Terry has noticed the change and disapproves, so Bob invites him to a social gathering of his new office workers - but he be able to stop Terry from speaking his mind? 5. The Chance of a LifetimeFirst Broadcast: Wed 13th January 1965
It's pouring with rain and the lads have been stood up so they drown their sorrows in a hotel bar. They get chatting to Ralph who is staying there and on a visit from Adelaide. He fills their heads with a dream life in Australia and encourages them to emigrate with a promise of a job ... 6. The SuitorFirst Broadcast: Wed 20th January 1965
Terry is worried that his sister, Audrey, has been seeing hairdresser Mario, alias Ernie from Hull, for far too long and neglecting her mates. He knows that his sister hates men who drink and stand her up, so he invites Mario down the pub while Bob calls on Audrey and invites her to a party - where her mates will be ... Christmas Special: Insert in Christmas Night with the StarsFirst Broadcast: Fri 25th December 1964
Bob and Terry are recovering from the traditional Christmas Eve lunch time drink at the factory before going out to the pub for the evening. Bob reminisces about childhood and reading Rupert annuals and Edward Trunk - but Terry thinks it's Edward the Elephant and a row ensues. The rest of the evening is spent reading Rupert annuals to find out who is right and Audrey takes advantage and gives them baby-minding duties as well. |
