Nearest and Dearest is a British television sitcom that ran from 1968 to 1973. A total of 46 episodes were made, 18 in monochrome and 28 in colour. The series, produced by Granada Television for the ITV network, was set in Colne, Lancashire, in the North West of England.
Nearest and Dearest (Season 2)
A Breach of the Peace (Episode 1)
Writer: John Stevenson
Air date: 1969-07-08
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Nellie arrives at the front door to meet two constables accusing her of shoplifting.
Wish You Were Here (Episode 2)
Writer: Tom Brennand
Air date: 1969-07-15
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Nellie and Eli are off to the seaside on holiday, but it isn't long before familiar faces start appearing.
The Demon Drink (Episode 3)
Writer: John Stevenson
Air date: 1969-07-22
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When Eli's drunken antics prevent Nellie admission to the Women's Town Guild, she becomes determined to stop him from drinking.
All You Wish Yourself (Episode 4)
Writer: Tom Brennand
Air date: 1969-07-29
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When Eli realizes that he's forgotten Nellie's birthday, he manages to plan an evening at The Starlight Club.
Now Is the Hour (Episode 5)
Writer: Tom Brennand
Air date: 1969-08-05
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: With the business not doing so well, Nellie decides that cuts are needed: first the horse, then Stan.
Seasons
Episodes 6
Episodes 5
Episodes 7
Episodes 5
Episodes 8
Episodes 8
Episodes 7