The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC
The Liver Birds

The Liver Birds

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1969 - 1996
  • 86 episodes (10 series)

Sitcom exploring the lives and loves of two young, single females sharing a flat together in Liverpool. Stars Nerys Hughes, Polly James, Elizabeth Estensen, Pauline Collins, Mollie Sugden and more.

Episode menu

Series 9, Episode 2 - The Sixth Day

Sandra is feeling broody and when Carol's young nephew, Willy, comes to stay with her, she tries out her motherly skills with him. Unfortunately for her, the only person he wants anything to do with is Derek!

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 1st December 1978
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Nerys Hughes Sandra Hutchinson
Elizabeth Estensen Carol Boswell
Mollie Sugden Thelma Hutchinson
Michael Angelis Lucian
Ray Dunbobbin (as Ray Dundobbin) Mr. Boswell
Carmel McSharry Mrs. Boswell
Tom Chadbon Derek Paynton
Guest cast
Kevin Sullivan Willy (Carol's Nephew)
Bill Waddington Man with Dog
Writing team
Carla Lane Writer
Production team
Roger Race Producer
Marjorie Pratt Production Designer

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