Series·1991·12·1 season

An Actor's Life for Me

Comedy

Robert Neilson has ambitions to play Hamlet but will do most acting work. His fiancée, Sue, and agent, Desmond, gently encourage his aspirations.

Created by Paul Mayhew-Archer

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A Kiss Is Just a KissE1 · 30 min

Robert jumps on a chance to film with Kim Basinger.

I Can Do ThatE2 · 30 min

To obtain a major action role, Robert claims he can perform all sorts of athletic feats. Fortunately, he is a quick learner and almost gets away with it. Almost.

Fathers and SonsE3 · 30 min

Robert and Sue are planning a vacation to Greece, but duty calls when he gets a small part. Unsure of how to tell Sue that he needs to delay his vacation plans, he claims he is adopted and must attend his 'real' father's funeral.

May the Farce Be with YouE4 · 30 min

Desmond and his wife are at the theatre to wish Robert good luck on his new part in a comedy, but the farce is acted in the dressing room when Desmond gets the wrong end of the stick after Robert explains the play.

Night of the Living DeadE5 · 30 min

Robert gets a part as a corpse. It should be easy; no lines to memorise. Unfortunately, nothing is easy when Robert is on stage.

Not Suitable for ParentsE6 · 30 min

Robert has been cast in a sex comedy, but when Sue's straight-laced parents come to visit, he dares not have them see him in it. He suggests Sue take them to see 'The Importance of Being Earnest' instead. Bad decision.

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Cast

3 credited

John Gordon Sinclair
John Gordon SinclairRobert Neilson
Victor Spinetti
Victor SpinettiDesmond Shaw
Gina McKee
Gina McKeeSue Bishop

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