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The Fosters. Sonny Foster (Lenny Henry). Copyright: London Weekend Television
The Fosters

The Fosters

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1976 - 1977
  • 27 episodes (2 series)

Sitcom following the day-to-day trials and tribulations of a black family living in a London tower block. Stars Norman Beaton, Isabelle Lucas, Carmen Munroe, Lenny Henry, Sharon Rosita and Lawrie Mark

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Series 1, Episode 10 - The Windfall

Samuel discovers a paper bag full of thousands of pounds, apparently dumped after a local supermarket robbery. The community is incensed at his decision to return £12,000 to the shop - but he's not so bothered.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 11th June 1976
Time
8:30pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Norman Beaton Samuel Foster
Isabelle Lucas Pearl Foster
Carmen Munroe (as Carmen Munro) Vilma
Lenny Henry Sonny Foster
Sharon Rosita Shirley Foster
Lawrie Mark Benjamin Foster
Guest cast
Fraser Kerr Newscaster
Leonard Kavanagh Managing Director
Trevor Butler Ernie
Herbert Norville Fred
Frank Singuineau Rev. Bradford
Writing team
Jon Watkins Writer (Adapted By)
Alan Mannings Writer
Production team
Stuart Allen Director
Stuart Allen Producer
Michael Oxley Production Designer
Denis King Composer
Lawrence Inniss Series Consultant

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