The Life Of Riley. Image shows from L to R: Brian Riley (Frank Lincoln), Frank Riley (Bill Maynard). Copyright: Granada Television
The Life Of Riley

The Life Of Riley

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1975
  • 7 episodes (1 series)

Frank Riley's days of being the carefree widower are interrupted by the return of his puritanical son who needs a job and a place to stay. Stars Bill Maynard, Frank Lincoln, John Comer, Eileen Kennally, Susan Littler and John McKelvey

Episode menu

Series 1, Episode 4 - Oh! Sister

Having been confined to bed in a private room at St. Mary's hospital, Frank finds himself under the disapproving care of Sister Esmerelda. Not only is she shocked by his unmentionable complaint but by his ignorance as well.

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 27th January 1975
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
25 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Bill Maynard Frank Riley
John Comer George Pollitt
Eileen Kennally Ethel Goodchild
Susan Littler Janice Butcher
Guest cast
Doreen Keogh Sister Esmerelda
Maureen Callaghan Nurse
Michael Poole Mr. Havelock-Jones
Ted Morris Arthur Franklin
Molly Bellamy Probationer
Bill Croasdale Commentator
Writing team
Brian Finch Writer
Production team
Eric Prytherch Director
Eric Prytherch Producer
Denis Parkin Production Designer

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