ITV Playhouse Season 7, Episode 5: The Finest Family in the Land

Lucky

Set in Liverpool in the early 70s, the film tells the story of Samuel 'lucky' Ubooto, a half African, half Irish man in his 20s whose decidedly unlucky career as a criminal has resulted in a series of stretches in prison for theft. The story follows Lucky on the day of his release from his latest sentence. As he wanders around Liverpool, not really belonging anywhere, it becomes clear that he is still waiting for his father, a man who has long since abandoned Lucky and his family, to return and take him back 'home' to Africa.

What Would You Do?

Weekend Guest

A man arrives at a couple's home with news about their estranged son. They welcome him at first as a guest, but become suspicious of who he actually is. He in turn becomes uneasy and disturbed by the whole atmosphere in the home.

Mr. Axelford's Angel

Todays theme is Mr. Axelford's Angel.

The Couch

Elaine and Max are lovers, but is Elaine's psychiatrist too involved in their relationship?

Love Affair

A lonely elderly woman strikes up a friendship with a driving instructor.

A Kind of Bonus

The Nearly Man

The Gift of Friendship

Better at Murder

Graceless Go I

Norma