Sitcom★ New
Duration
30 minutes
Series Info
Season 3 Episode 2 of 7

Quick Summary

Robin looks forward to an evening of romance, only to have his plans ruined when Chrissy intervenes to oversee his girlfriend’s visit. The situation unfolds as a British light‑hearted comedy, featuring the characters played by Richard O’Sullivan and Paula Wilcox.

About This Program

"Come into My Parlour" is a televised programme presented as an episode within a comedy series. It is listed under the genre of comedy and is identified simply as an episode of the show, rather than a full‑length film or special. The storyline centres on Robin, who has been looking forward to a romantic evening. His plans are abruptly thwarted when Chrissy steps in to oversee the visit of Robin’s girlfriend, turning what should have been a private night into a supervised affair. This interference leaves Robin’s hopes for intimacy in tatters. The humour derives from the clash between Robin’s expectations and Chrissy’s meddling, creating a series of awkward and amusing situations. The premise relies on the classic sitcom device of well‑meaning interference that backfires, providing the episode’s comedic thrust. The episode features performances by Richard O'Sullivan and Paula Wilcox, who bring the characters to life within this light‑hearted scenario. Their involvement anchors the humour and drives the narrative forward, keeping the focus on the interplay between the three main figures.

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Man About the House broadcasts on That's TV (MCR) at 2:25am, Tuesday, 10 February 2026.

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Production Details

Runtime30 mins

Cast & Crew

YJ
Yootha Joyceas Mrs Roper
PW
Paula Wilcoxas Chrissy
RO
Richard O'Sullivanas Robin Tripp
BM
Brian Murphyas Mr Roper