It Takes a Worried Man

It Takes a Worried Man

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.

Comedy

Seasons

1. Endangered Species

Air Date: 1981-10-27

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.

2. As You Like It

Air Date: 1981-11-03

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?

3. New Leaf

Air Date: 1981-11-10

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.

4. Mixed Feelings

Air Date: 1981-11-17

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.

5. Frankly Speaking

Air Date: 1981-11-24

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.

6. Soul Mates

Air Date: 1981-12-01

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.

1. Aren't Our Policemen Wonderful?

Air Date: 1983-01-13

2. At First The Infant

Air Date: 1983-01-20

3. Night And Day

Air Date: 1983-01-27

4. Listening In

Air Date: 1983-02-03

5. Personnel

Air Date: 1983-02-10

6. Pros And Cons

Air Date: 1983-02-17

7. Scenes From Country Life

Air Date: 1983-02-24

1. Seasonally Adjusted

Air Date: 1983-10-16

2. Naughty But Nice

Air Date: 1983-10-23

3. Getaway

Air Date: 1983-10-30

4. Do Me A Favour

Air Date: 1983-11-06

5. Annually, Once A Year

Air Date: 1983-11-13

6. Three Cheers

Air Date: 1983-11-20

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Rating

6.7/10

Release Date

1981-10-27

Episodes

19 (3 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Production Companies

Thames Television

Thames Television