Close to Home (1989)
Synopsis
A situation comedy about divorcee James Shepherd, a charismatic vet, who struggles to run both a successful surgery and a home for his two teenage children.
First Air Date: 1989-10-01
Last Air Date: 1990-11-18
Number of Seasons: 2
Number of Episodes: 19
Created By: Brian Cooke
Networks: ITV1
Top Cast
- Paul Nicholas as James Shepherd
- Lucy Benjamin as Kate Shepherd
- Andrew Read as Robbie Shepherd
- Jane Briers as Rose
- Angharad Rees as Helen De Angelo
- Pippa Guard as Vicky
- Stephen Frost as Frank De Angelo
- John Arthur as Tom
- Angela Curran as Jenny
- Ann Way as Mrs Crosby
Seasons
Series 1 (1989)
No overview available for this season.
Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Father and Family
James' ex-wife Helen arrives, saying that she has left her current husband and intends to move back in with the family. However, Helen's husband Frank, a member of the mafia, comes looking for her.
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Ep. 2: The Contract
The Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.
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Ep. 3: Double Date
Robbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.
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Ep. 4: The Horse Race
Various interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.
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Ep. 5: Helen's Parents
James' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.
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Ep. 6: She's Leaving Home
James tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.
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Ep. 7: A Matter of Decree
James and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.
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Ep. 8: Katie's Broken Heart
Kate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.
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Ep. 9: Helen the Receptionist
Frank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.
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