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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.
Episode menu
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
Lila Kaye | Fay Greenberg |
Bernard Spear | Reuben Greenberg |
Stella Tanner | Vera Caplan |
Jo Rowbottom | Betty Smith |
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 |
Vince Powell | Writer |
Anthony Parker | Director |
Anthony Parker | Producer |
Robin Parker | Production Designer |