Don't Wait Up

The series is a light‑hearted father‑and‑son comedy that follows the antics of a parent and his child as they navigate everyday situations with humour. The programme stars Nigel Havers, who portrays the son, and Tony Britton, who takes on the role of the father, each delivering a witty performance that drives the comedic tone. Their on‑screen chemistry underpins the show’s charm, with the narrative revolving around the generational gap and the playful banter that ensues. Though the plot remains simple, the focus stays firmly on the dynamic between the two leads, offering viewers a pleasant, family‑friendly laugh. It’s designed to appeal to all ages, making it a suitable choice for family viewing.

In this episode, Tom finds his mother accompanying him for a drink. As the evening wears on, she indulges a little too heavily in the alcohol, and her inebriated state leads to an awkward turn when she's invited to share Toby's bed. The resulting misunderstanding creates a mortifying moment. The story features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who bring comedic tension to life. Tom, trying to keep the evening pleasant, is caught between his desire to look after his mother and the uncomfortable situation. The invitation to Toby's bed, meant as a harmless gesture, spirals into a mortifying scene that leaves Tom and his mother flustered. Throughout, the chemistry between Havers and Britton underscores humour of the mishap.

In this episode, Tom finds his mother accompanying him for a drink. As the evening wears on, she indulges a little too heavily in the alcohol, and her inebriated state leads to an awkward turn when she's invited to share Toby's bed. The resulting misunderstanding creates a mortifying moment. The story features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who bring comedic tension to life. Tom, trying to keep the evening pleasant, is caught between his desire to look after his mother and the uncomfortable situation. The invitation to Toby's bed, meant as a harmless gesture, spirals into a mortifying scene that leaves Tom and his mother flustered. Throughout, the chemistry between Havers and Britton underscores humour of the mishap.

In this episode, Tom finds his mother accompanying him for a drink. As the evening wears on, she indulges a little too heavily in the alcohol, and her inebriated state leads to an awkward turn when she's invited to share Toby's bed. The resulting misunderstanding creates a mortifying moment. The story features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who bring comedic tension to life. Tom, trying to keep the evening pleasant, is caught between his desire to look after his mother and the uncomfortable situation. The invitation to Toby's bed, meant as a harmless gesture, spirals into a mortifying scene that leaves Tom and his mother flustered. Throughout, the chemistry between Havers and Britton underscores humour of the mishap.

In this episode, Tom finds his mother accompanying him for a drink. As the evening wears on, she indulges a little too heavily in the alcohol, and her inebriated state leads to an awkward turn when she's invited to share Toby's bed. The resulting misunderstanding creates a mortifying moment. The story features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who bring comedic tension to life. Tom, trying to keep the evening pleasant, is caught between his desire to look after his mother and the uncomfortable situation. The invitation to Toby's bed, meant as a harmless gesture, spirals into a mortifying scene that leaves Tom and his mother flustered. Throughout, the chemistry between Havers and Britton underscores humour of the mishap.

Tom is determined to reunite his long‑separated parents, dedicating countless hours and a great deal of perseverance to the cause. Yet his carefully laid‑out scheme is thrown into disarray when his friend Toby shows up with his glamorous receptionist and leaves her at Tom’s doorstep, an intrusion that both annoys and distracts him from his original aim. Viewers watch Tom trying to balance his personal goals with the chaos introduced by Toby’s careless hospitality, and the storyline unfolds within the programme’s episode format, concentrating on the clash between Tom’s familial mission and Toby’s unexpected interference. The production features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who take the central roles.

Tom is determined to reunite his long‑separated parents, dedicating countless hours and a great deal of perseverance to the cause. Yet his carefully laid‑out scheme is thrown into disarray when his friend Toby shows up with his glamorous receptionist and leaves her at Tom’s doorstep, an intrusion that both annoys and distracts him from his original aim. Viewers watch Tom trying to balance his personal goals with the chaos introduced by Toby’s careless hospitality, and the storyline unfolds within the programme’s episode format, concentrating on the clash between Tom’s familial mission and Toby’s unexpected interference. The production features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who take the central roles.

Tom is determined to reunite his long‑separated parents, dedicating countless hours and a great deal of perseverance to the cause. Yet his carefully laid‑out scheme is thrown into disarray when his friend Toby shows up with his glamorous receptionist and leaves her at Tom’s doorstep, an intrusion that both annoys and distracts him from his original aim. Viewers watch Tom trying to balance his personal goals with the chaos introduced by Toby’s careless hospitality, and the storyline unfolds within the programme’s episode format, concentrating on the clash between Tom’s familial mission and Toby’s unexpected interference. The production features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who take the central roles.

Tom is determined to reunite his long‑separated parents, dedicating countless hours and a great deal of perseverance to the cause. Yet his carefully laid‑out scheme is thrown into disarray when his friend Toby shows up with his glamorous receptionist and leaves her at Tom’s doorstep, an intrusion that both annoys and distracts him from his original aim. Viewers watch Tom trying to balance his personal goals with the chaos introduced by Toby’s careless hospitality, and the storyline unfolds within the programme’s episode format, concentrating on the clash between Tom’s familial mission and Toby’s unexpected interference. The production features performances by Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who take the central roles.

In this episode, Tom finds his car missing after it’s stolen, leaving him without transport. Fortunately, his friend Toby steps in and offers his own Rolls‑Royce as a temporary replacement, ensuring Tom can get around while he deals with the loss. The story unfolds with the two leads, Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, portraying the characters at the centre of the mishap. Their performances drive the narrative, as the borrowed luxury car becomes a key element of the plot. The programme captures the sudden shift from ordinary commuting to an unexpected ride in a prestigious vehicle, all within a concise, light‑hearted storyline.

In this episode, Tom finds his car missing after it’s stolen, leaving him without transport. Fortunately, his friend Toby steps in and offers his own Rolls‑Royce as a temporary replacement, ensuring Tom can get around while he deals with the loss. The story unfolds with the two leads, Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, portraying the characters at the centre of the mishap. Their performances drive the narrative, as the borrowed luxury car becomes a key element of the plot. The programme captures the sudden shift from ordinary commuting to an unexpected ride in a prestigious vehicle, all within a concise, light‑hearted storyline.

In this episode, Tom finds his car missing after it’s stolen, leaving him without transport. Fortunately, his friend Toby steps in and offers his own Rolls‑Royce as a temporary replacement, ensuring Tom can get around while he deals with the loss. The story unfolds with the two leads, Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, portraying the characters at the centre of the mishap. Their performances drive the narrative, as the borrowed luxury car becomes a key element of the plot. The programme captures the sudden shift from ordinary commuting to an unexpected ride in a prestigious vehicle, all within a concise, light‑hearted storyline.

In this episode, Tom finds his car missing after it’s stolen, leaving him without transport. Fortunately, his friend Toby steps in and offers his own Rolls‑Royce as a temporary replacement, ensuring Tom can get around while he deals with the loss. The story unfolds with the two leads, Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, portraying the characters at the centre of the mishap. Their performances drive the narrative, as the borrowed luxury car becomes a key element of the plot. The programme captures the sudden shift from ordinary commuting to an unexpected ride in a prestigious vehicle, all within a concise, light‑hearted storyline.

Toby steps onto a television set to talk about his private practice, offering viewers a glimpse into his professional life. The episode centres on his on‑screen appearance, where he discusses the nuances of running a private practice. Sharing the spotlight are Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who star alongside him in the programme. Their involvement adds a familiar face to the broadcast, complementing Toby’s interview. The format is a straightforward TV segment, keeping the focus on the conversation rather than any additional storyline. Overall, the episode presents a concise discussion of private practice, anchored by Toby’s appearance and the performances of Havers and Britton.

Toby steps onto a television set to talk about his private practice, offering viewers a glimpse into his professional life. The episode centres on his on‑screen appearance, where he discusses the nuances of running a private practice. Sharing the spotlight are Nigel Havers and Tony Britton, who star alongside him in the programme. Their involvement adds a familiar face to the broadcast, complementing Toby’s interview. The format is a straightforward TV segment, keeping the focus on the conversation rather than any additional storyline. Overall, the episode presents a concise discussion of private practice, anchored by Toby’s appearance and the performances of Havers and Britton.