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The Upper Hand. Image shows from L to R: Joanna Burrows (Kellie Bright), Laura West (Honor Blackman), Charlie Burrows (Joe McGann), Tom Wheatley (William Puttock), Caroline Wheatley (Diana Weston)
The Upper Hand

The Upper Hand

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1990 - 1996
  • 94 episodes (7 series)

Charlie Burrows is an ex-footballer and single father who moves to the country and takes a job as housekeeper to a successful businesswoman. Stars Joe McGann, Diana Weston, Honor Blackman, Kellie Bright and William Puttock

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Series 1, Episode 10 - Welcome Home II

Michael and Caroline's relationship reaches an inevitable conclusion. Charlie's position is far less obvious.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 31st July 1990
Time
8:30pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Joe McGann Charlie Burrows
Diana Weston Caroline Wheatley
Honor Blackman Laura West
Kellie Bright Joanna Burrows
William Puttock Tom Wheatley
Guest cast
Tony O'Callaghan Paul Clarke (Caroline's colleague)
Nicky Henson Michael Wheatley
Betty Marsden Lady Rawcliffe
Michael Bilton Leo (Lady Rawcliffe's butler)
Karan David Cecily (Lady Rawcliffe's maid)
Writing team
Greg Freeman Writer (Adapted By)
Robert Sternin Writer
Prudence Fraser Writer
Production team
Mike Holgate Director
Christopher Walker Producer
Jenny Egner Editor
Tony Ferris Production Designer
Sally Fincher Casting Director
James Dark Costume Designer
Jeremy Hoare Lighting Designer
Debbie Wiseman Composer
Linda Wong Graphics

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