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It Takes a Worried Man

It Takes a Worried Man

★ 6.7/10•1981•30m•12•Comedy
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It Takes a Worried Man was a British TV sitcom. It was made by Thames Television and ran for three series, broadcast from October 1981 to November 1983. The first two series were broadcast on the ITV network, and the third and final series on Channel 4. Most episodes were written by the star, Peter Tilbury, who played office worker Philip Roath.

Douglas Argent · Director

StatusEnded
Runtime30m
LanguageEN
First Air DateOct 27, 1981

Episodes

E130m

Endangered Species

At 35, Philip Roath worries over his wife having left him, his hair and teeth diminishing, and his insecurity and laziness, but a visit to an analyst is far from helpful.

Oct 27, 1981

E230m

As You Like It

Roath has a blind date; perhaps she will help restore his waning confidence. On the other hand, will she spot all his flaws of middle age?

Nov 3, 1981

E330m

New Leaf

For once in his life, Roath pulls himself together, changes his attitude, starts getting fit, even plans to do some work. But he didn't allow for the vagaries of fate.

Nov 10, 1981

E430m

Mixed Feelings

Roath doesn't need the bathroom mirror to tell him more bits are dropping off. Lillian does that for him, and she does a pretty good job on his shortcomings as well.

Nov 17, 1981

E530m

Frankly Speaking

Roath's worries are affecting his sleeping; what a pity he's in this state on the day Head Office stops by. And everyone seems very keen to speak their minds.

Nov 24, 1981

E630m

Soul Mates

Roath thinks he's got problems? When ex-wife Ellen, the boss, and his analyst all take him into their confidence, he finds he's got their hang-ups to worry about, too.

Dec 1, 1981

Actors

Peter Tilbury

Peter Tilbury

Philip Roath

Diana Payan

Diana Payan

Ruth

Andrew Tourell

Andrew Tourell

Napley

Sue Holderness

Sue Holderness

Liz

Christopher Benjamin

Christopher Benjamin

The Old Man

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