An Actor's Life for Me

Synopsis

Robert Neilson has ambitions to play Hamlet but will do most acting work. His fiancée, Sue, and agent, Desmond, gently encourage his aspirations.

First Air Date: 1991-11-14

Last Air Date: 1991-12-19

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Created By: Paul Mayhew-Archer

Networks: BBC One

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Ep. 1: A Kiss Is Just a Kiss (1991-11-14)

Robert jumps on a chance to film with Kim Basinger.
Ep. 2: I Can Do That (1991-11-21)

To obtain a major action role, Robert claims he can perform all sorts of athletic feats. Fortunately, he is a quick learner and almost gets away with it. Almost.
Ep. 3: Fathers and Sons (1991-11-28)

Robert and Sue are planning a vacation to Greece, but duty calls when he gets a small part. Unsure of how to tell Sue that he needs to delay his vacation plans, he claims he is adopted and must attend his 'real' father's funeral.
Ep. 4: May the Farce Be with You (1991-12-05)

Desmond and his wife are at the theatre to wish Robert good luck on his new part in a comedy, but the farce is acted in the dressing room when Desmond gets the wrong end of the stick after Robert explains the play.
Ep. 5: Night of the Living Dead (1991-12-12)

Robert gets a part as a corpse. It should be easy; no lines to memorise. Unfortunately, nothing is easy when Robert is on stage.
Ep. 6: Not Suitable for Parents (1991-12-19)

Robert has been cast in a sex comedy, but when Sue's straight-laced parents come to visit, he dares not have them see him in it. He suggests Sue take them to see 'The Importance of Being Earnest' instead. Bad decision.