Once a successful playwright, George Maple is now procrastinating, lacking self-confidence and suffering from writer's block. He is seen at home with his supportive wife Mabel, son Wilfred and daughter Kate. They're frequently visited by neighbour Tom Lawrence, a confident, suave and successful playwright, and cleaner Mrs Field.
Gordon, looking for any excuse not to continue with his new film script, submits to an interview from an earnest American student.
Gordon attends the filming of his latest screenplay - with which his director, Sandy, is not pleased.
The Maples need to find someone to open the village fête - but who?
Gordon wants an ordinary life as a welder on an oil rig. Jenny leaves Tom, and the Maples are stuck with their 5 awful children.
Gordon dreads the opening of his new play.
Gordon is astonished to find that his new play is a hit.
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