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Home To Roost. Image shows from L to R: Matthew Willows (Reece Dinsdale), Henry Willows (John Thaw). Copyright: Yorkshire Television.

Home To Roost

ITV sitcom about an adult father and son. 29 episodes (4 series), 1985 - 1990. Stars John Thaw, Reece Dinsdale, Elizabeth Bennett and Joan Blackham.

Series 3, Episode 2 - Success Story

Henry's brother decides to pay a rare visit. Matthew is inspired by his young, successful Uncle, but Henry isn't full of brotherly love.

Broadcast details

Date
Saturday 31st October 1987
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Regular cast
John Thaw Henry Willows
Reece Dinsdale Matthew Willows
Joan Blackham Fiona Fennell
Guest cast
Roger Hammond Lord Fell
Emrys James R.J. Cockcroft
John Horsley Sir John
Nicky Henson Edward Willows
Writing team
Eric Chappell Writer
Production team
David Reynolds Director
David Reynolds Producer
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