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My Son Reuben. Image shows from L to R: Reuben Greenberg (Bernard Spear), Fay Greenberg (Lila Kaye). Copyright: Thames Television
My Son Reuben

My Son Reuben

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1975
  • 6 episodes (1 series)

An apron strings comedy about Reuben, a 35 year old bachelor, and his Jewish momma who keeps him from leaving by feigning a heart attack. Stars Lila Kaye, Bernard Spear, Stella Tanner and Jo Rowbottom.

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Series 1, Episode 2 - A Matter Of Dispute

Reuben is not happy about his working conditions but his protests lead him to be given the sack - by his own mother! However, Fay's attempt to run the shop on her own lead to chaos and she offers Reuben a new and improved contract - but has he read the small print?!

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 15th September 1975
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
25 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Lila Kaye Fay Greenberg
Bernard Spear Reuben Greenberg
Stella Tanner Vera Caplan
Jo Rowbottom Betty Smith
Guest cast
Nancy Nevinson Mrs. Bernstein
Carol Mills Blonde girl
Claire Davenport Woman
Gordon Salkilld Mr. Carter
Alec Bregonzi Gentleman
Peter Tilbury Angry young man
Huntley Young Bus conductor
Kathleen St. John (as Kathleen St John) Elderly Lady
Writing team
Vince Powell Writer
Production team
Anthony Parker Director
Anthony Parker Producer
Robin Parker Production Designer

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