No Place Like Home

No Place Like Home (1983-1987)

EndedScripted showComedy

Arthur and Beryl Crabtree feel they have earned some peace and quiet after 24 years of bringing up their four boisterous kids. One by one their offspring pack up and leave home, and their dreams of quiet are coming true at last. But it's just a false alarm as each of the young ones' plans fall through, They all end up back home with mum and dad, and somehow the Crabtrees end up with more kids than they started out with. Arthur and Beryl realise that parenthood can be a life sentence.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E08Episode EightOkt. 27, 1987
S05E07Episode SevenOkt. 20, 1987
S05E06Episode SixOkt. 13, 1987
S05E05Episode FiveOkt. 6, 1987
S05E04Episode FourSept. 29, 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'No Place Like Home' premiere?

'No Place Like Home' premiered on February 27, 1983.

Who played the character of Arthur?

William Gaunt played the character of Arthur in 'No Place Like Home.'

What was the name of the house that was the setting of the show?

The house in 'No Place Like Home' was named "The Nook."

Who are the creators of 'No Place Like Home'?

'No Place Like Home' was created by John Kane.

What was the profession of the character played by Patricia Hayes?

Patricia Hayes played the character of Mrs. Croot, who was a cleaner.

Which channel aired 'No Place Like Home'?

'No Place Like Home' was aired on BBC One.

Who played the character of Lois?

Patricia Routledge played the character of Lois in 'No Place Like Home.'

What was the name of the family who owned the house in the show?

The family who owned the house in 'No Place Like Home' was named the Thursbys.

Did 'No Place Like Home' win any awards?

Yes, 'No Place Like Home' won two BAFTA Awards for Best Comedy Series in 1984 and 1985.

Who played the character of Mrs. Fanshawe?

Daphne Oxenford played the character of Mrs. Fanshawe in 'No Place Like Home.'

How many episodes of 'No Place Like Home' were produced?

43 episodes of 'No Place Like Home' were produced.

Who was the executive producer of 'No Place Like Home'?

Gareth Gwenlan was the executive producer of 'No Place Like Home.'

Who played the character of Edward?

Martin Clunes played the character of Edward in 'No Place Like Home.'

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