After Henry (1988)
After Henry is a 1988 comedy series created by Simon Brett. It stars Prunella Scales, Joan Sanderson and Janine Wood.
After Henry is a British sitcom written by Simon Brett, and starring Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. Originating as a radio programme on BBC Radio 4 from 1985 to 1989, it was adapted for television by Thames Television.
Sarah is the 42-year-old widow of GP Henry France. She lives in an often volatile family situation with her elderly mother Eleanor Prescott, and her daughter, 18-year-old Clare, with both of whom she shares a house. Following Henry's death, the family have to find a way to cope with each other as best they can.
The BBC was initially hesitant to produce a series but after three successful runs on BBC Radio 4, it was commissioned for the small screen. The series was surprisingly popular, attracting over 14 million viewers. Four seasons were made, with the last transmitted after the death of Sanderson, who died on 24 May 1992.
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What is After Henry about?
After Henry is a British sitcom written by Simon Brett, and starring Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. Originating as a radio programme on BBC Radio 4 from 1985 to 1989, it was adapted for television by Thames Television. Sarah is the 42-year-old widow of GP Henry France. She lives in an often volatile family situation with her elderly mother Eleanor Prescott, and her daughter, 18-year-old Clare, with both of whom she shares a house. Following Henry's death, the family have to find a way to cope with each other as best they can. The BBC was initially hesitant to produce a series but after three successful runs on BBC Radio 4, it was commissioned for the small screen. The series was surprisingly popular, attracting over 14 million viewers. Four seasons were made, with the last transmitted after the death of Sanderson, who died on 24 May 1992.
When was After Henry released?
After Henry was released on 4 January 1988.
How many episodes does After Henry have?
After Henry has 38 episodes across 4 seasons.
Who made After Henry?
After Henry was created by Simon Brett.
Cast
- Prunella Scales as Sarah France
- Joan Sanderson as Eleanor Prescott
- Janine Wood as Clare France
- Jonathan Newth as Russell Bryant
- Peggy Ann Wood as Vera Polling
- Edward de Souza as Sam Greenland
- Fanny Rowe as Vera Polling
- Anne Priestley as Mary
- Charles Morgan as Vicar
- Bernard Holley as Inspector Carson
- Phyllis Calvert as Auntie Lilian
- Bridget Brammall as Katie