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The Fosters. Sonny Foster (Lenny Henry). Copyright: London Weekend Television.

The Fosters

ITV sitcom about a black family. 27 episodes (2 series), 1976 - 1977. Stars Norman Beaton, Isabelle Lucas, Carmen Munroe, Lenny Henry and others.

Series 1, Episode 7 - Situations Vacant

An opportunity arises to join the staff of a fashionable department store. Samuel thinks that all his troubles could be over as his dream of becoming a white-collar worker has arrived.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 21st May 1976
Time
7:30pm
Channel
ITV
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Regular cast
Norman Beaton Samuel Foster
Isabelle Lucas Pearl Foster
Carmen Munroe (as Carmen Munro) Vilma
Lenny Henry Sonny Foster
Sharon Rosita Shirley Foster
Lawrie Mark Benjamin Foster
Guest cast
Anne Jameson Mrs. Dale
John Barron Mr. Hudd
Writing team
Jon Watkins Writer (Adapted By)
Bob Peete Writer
Production team
Stuart Allen Director
Stuart Allen Producer
Michael Oxley Production Designer
Denis King Composer
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