British Comedy Guide
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 2, Episode 1 - The Nude

Sonny is commissioned by an attractive new neighbour to paint a nude portrait of her as a gift for her husband's upcoming birthday.

Broadcast details

Date
Saturday 16th April 1977
Time
7:15pm
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
Vicki Richards (as Vikki Richards) Marlene
Sonny Caldinez Clyde
Writing team
Jon Watkins Writer (Adapted By)
Dick Benfield Writer
Perry Grant Writer
Production team
Stuart Allen Director
Stuart Allen Producer
Tim Whiffin Editor
Michael Oxley Production Designer
Sheila McIntosh Casting Director
Denis King Composer
Bryan Love Lighting Designer
Lawrence Inniss Series Consultant

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