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Home To Roost
- TV sitcom
- ITV1
- 1985 - 1990
- 29 episodes (4 series)
Henry Willows is more than happy with his life of almost solitude until Matthew, his 18-year old son turns up, and wants to move in permanently. Stars John Thaw, Reece Dinsdale, Elizabeth Bennett and Joan Blackham.
Episode menu
Series 1, Episode 1 - A New Life
Henry Willows was divorced seven years ago when his wife took up with another man, and apart from the daily visits of his cleaning lady he has grown used to living alone. The sudden arrival of 17-year-old Matthew, one of his three long-estranged children, disturbs the quiet, orderly running of the home.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Friday 19th April 1985
- Time
- 8:30pm
- Channel
- ITV1
- Length
- 30 minutes
Cast & crew
John Thaw | Henry Willows |
Reece Dinsdale | Matthew Willows |
Elizabeth Bennett | Enid Thompson |
Eric Chappell | Writer |
David Reynolds | Director |
Vernon Lawrence | Producer |
Mike Pearson | Editor |
Colin Pigott | Production Designer |
Paddy Stern | Casting Director |
Tony Sharpe | Graphics |
Peter Knight | Musical Director |