The Cuckoo Waltz (1975)
The Cuckoo Waltz was a British television sitcom made by Granada Television for the ITV network between 1975 and 1977 and in 1980. The series which was set in 1970s and Manchester, written by Geoffrey Lancashire, produced and directed by Bill Gilmour, dealt with the comic complications that ensue when impoverished newlyweds Chris and Fliss Hawthorne take in a lodger, Gavin Rumsey, to ease their financial problems. Collins left after 3 series and was replaced by Ian Saynor as Adrian Lockett in the fourth series. The series was re-screened by now defunct Satellite TV channel, Granada Plus, in the late 1990s and early-mid-2000s.
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Episode 1 - Cuckoo in the nest
Release Date: 1975-10-27There is a cuckoo in the nest as Chris's best friend, Gavin comes to stay after his marriage break-up. Chris's desire for a peaceful life has to be put on hold as his rich, successful playboy friend needs a helping hand.
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Episode 2 - One Week Later
Release Date: 1975-11-03Gavin has outstayed his welcome and the young couple grow tired of him commandeering the house as if it were his own, not to mention the late night antics.
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Episode 3 - Paying Your Way
Release Date: 1975-11-10Money is tight and Mr and Mrs Hawthorne finally ask their new lodger for payment as Fliss is having problems making ends meet.
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Episode 4 - The Anniversary
Release Date: 1975-11-17 -
Episode 5 - A Day Off
Release Date: 1975-11-24 -
Episode 6 - Fleet Street
Release Date: 1975-12-01 -
Episode 7 - House for Sale
Release Date: 1975-12-08