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

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 3, Episode 4 - Paper Chase

It's exam time for Matthew. But who is more worried, Matthew or Henry?

Broadcast details

Date
Saturday 14th November 1987
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Wednesday 10th October 2012 4:50pm ITV3
Thursday 11th October 2012 10:00am ITV3
Tuesday 30th April 2013 4:15pm ITV3
Thursday 12th September 2013 5:20pm ITV3
Friday 13th September 2013 6:10am ITV3
Tuesday 1st April 2014 4:15pm ITV3
Wednesday 2nd April 2014 6:00am ITV3
Wednesday 16th July 2014 4:50pm ITV3

Cast & crew

Cast
John Thaw Henry Willows
Reece Dinsdale Matthew Willows
Guest cast
Doug Fisher George
Michael Ripper Perce
Mark Drewry Mr Palmer
Richard Graham Dusty Miller
Fergus McLarnon Stephen
Philip Stone Mr Trent
Writing team
Eric Chappell Writer
Production team
David Reynolds Director
David Reynolds Producer
Trevor Pugh Editor
Agnes Hall Production Designer
Peter Knight Musical Director

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