After a burglary Victor decides not to replace his television set in order to give him and Margaret more opportunity to get out of the house. However, a trip to the pub results in a disconcerting experience with an old friend.
Guest Stars:
Diana Coupland, Richard Davies, Jan Ravens, Nick Ball
Margaret is having a recurring dream about murdering someone who looks like Victor. However, it's Margaret who is starting to irritate Victor. That is, until she disappears.
Guest Stars:
Owen Brenman, Enn Reitel, Damaris Hayman, Annette Kerr, Doreen Mantle
Alfred, Victor's accident prone brother, is making his first visit from New Zealand for 25 years. Victor is not looking forward to his stay, preferring to act as a neighbourhood vigilante.
Guest Stars:
Richard Pearson, Janine Duvitski, Angus Deayton
The Meldrews and Mrs Warboys get stuck in Bank Holiday traffic.
Guest Stars:
Doreen Mantle
Mr Swainey has brought Victor a present back from his holiday - an unlucky charm. Victor thinks that Mrs Stebbings's tv aerial is laughing at him and his resulting misfortune. Meanwhile, Patrick and Pippa are having problems trying to sell their house.
Guest Stars:
Owen Brenman, Janine Duvitski, Angus Deayton