Father Figure. Image shows from L to R: Elaine Whyte (Lucy Montgomery), Tom Whyte (Jason Byrne), Dylan Whyte (Dominic Applewhite). Copyright: BBC
Father Figure
- Radio sitcom
- BBC Radio 2
- 2010 - 2012
- 5 episodes (1 series)
Fast-paced sitcom written by and starring Jason Byrne as a disastrous house husband. Stars Jason Byrne, Pauline McLynn, Lucy Montgomery, Dominic Applewhite, Dermot Crowley and Michael Smiley
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Series 1, Episode 1 - People Carrying
The family break down in the car on their way to a wedding. They soon find themselves in trouble with the police.
Further details
Tom Whyte and his family are on their way to a wedding. It's all going well until they hit a traffic jam. Before long traffic laws are being broken; the rescue services are on their way and there's a few surprises waiting for them in the lay-by.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Saturday 4th February 2012
- Time
- 10pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 2
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 25th June 2013 | 10:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Friday 15th August 2014 | 10:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 29th March 2016 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Monday 19th July 2021 | 10:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 4th July 2023 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Jason Byrne | Tom Whyte |
| Pauline McLynn | Mary Whyte |
| Lucy Montgomery | Elaine Whyte |
| Dominic Applewhite | Dylan Whyte |
| Dermot Crowley | Pat Whyte |
| Michael Smiley | Roddy |
| Jason Byrne | Writer |
| Julia McKenzie | Producer |