Man About the House

Man About the House (1973-1976)

EndedScripted showComedy

Young flatmates Chrissy and Jo find a stranger, student chef Robin Tripp, asleep in their bath the morning after the farewell party for their departed flatmate Eleanor. Learning that he is staying at the YMCA and is looking for a place, they easily convince him to move in, making it clear, however, that their relationship will be purely platonic. When landlord George Roper objects to the mixed-sex living arrangement, Chrissy tells him that Robin is gay.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (30 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Man About the House premiere?

Man About the House premiered on August 15, 1973.

Who created Man About the House?

Man About the House was created by Brian Cooke and Johnnie Mortimer.

What was the premise of Man About the House?

Man About the House revolved around a single man living with two single women as roommates.

Who starred in Man About the House?

Man About the House starred Richard O'Sullivan, Paula Wilcox, and Sally Thomsett.

What was the name of Richard O'Sullivan's character in Man About the House?

Richard O'Sullivan played the character of Robin Tripp in Man About the House.

What was the name of the flat where the characters in Man About the House lived?

The characters in Man About the House lived in a flat in Fulham called "No. 6 Myddleton Terrace."

What was the name of the spin-off series of Man About the House?

The spin-off series of Man About the House was called "George and Mildred."

Who played the characters of George and Mildred in the spin-off series of Man About the House?

Yootha Joyce and Brian Murphy played the characters of George and Mildred in the spin-off series of Man About the House.

What was the name of the theme song of Man About the House?

The theme song of Man About the House was called "Upstairs, Downstairs."

How many episodes were there in the first season of Man About the House?

The first season of Man About the House had 6 episodes.

Who directed the first episode of Man About the House?

The first episode of Man About the House was directed by John Howard Davies.

Who was the producer of Man About the House?

Peter Frazer-Jones was the producer of Man About the House.

Did Man About the House win any awards?

Yes, Man About the House won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Situation Comedy in 1974.

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