The Last Song. Leo Bannister (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: BBC
The Last Song

The Last Song

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC Two
  • 1981 - 1983
  • 13 episodes (2 series)

Separated Leo Bannister is happily awaiting his divorce and a quieter life. The last thing he wants is a new relationship with a woman half his age, but that's exactly what he gets. Stars Geoffrey Palmer, Caroline Blakiston, Henrietta Baynes, Gay Wilde, Nina Thomas and more.

Episode menu

Series 2, Episode 5

Leo is beginning to regret his brief encounter with his neighbour while waiting for the return of his daughters Jane and Alison. However, his estranged wife Alice is flattered by the attentions of a young admirer.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 18th March 1983
Time
9pm
Channel
BBC Two
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Geoffrey Palmer Leo Bannister
Caroline Blakiston Alice Bannister
Henrietta Baynes (as Hetty Baynes) Jane Bannister
Gay Wilde Alison Bannister
Roger Kemp Matthew
Michael Deeks Justin
Guest cast
Rachel Davies Girl
Lee Walker Man in Park
Bobby Bragg Car Driver
Writing team
Carla Lane Writer
Production team
Sydney Lotterby Director
Sydney Lotterby Producer
Sue Wyatt Editor
Stan Pow Editor
Tom Yardley-Jones Production Designer
Richard Winter Costume Designer
Marianne Ford Make-up Designer
Ron Bristow Lighting Designer
Stewart Austin Graphics

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