Early Doors
The show centres on pub landlord Ken (John Henshaw), especially his preoccupation with his daughter Melanie (Christine Bottomley), and his nervous relationship with barmaid Tanya (Susan Cookson). Ken's wife left him for his best friend. The series reflects more than a little of the Northern humour displayed in The Royle Family (co-written by Cash). In a similar style to The Royle Family, every scene unfolds within the spatial context of The Grapes and it is also set in the Greater Manchester area.
- 2003-2004
- 2 seasons
- Comedy
The show centres on pub landlord Ken (John Henshaw), especially his preoccupation with his daughter Melanie (Christine Bottomley), and his nervous relationship with barmaid Tanya (Susan Cookson). Ken's wife left him for his best friend. The series reflects more than a little of the Northern humour displayed in The Royle Family (co-written by Cash). In a similar style to The Royle Family, every scene unfolds within the spatial context of The Grapes and it is also set in the Greater Manchester area.
Season 2 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2004
Episode 1
Episode #2.1
Forged bank notes are being passed over the counter but who is the culprit? Lazy cops Phil and Nige are on the case.
Episode 2
Episode #2.2
Ken the landlord is laid up with the flu as the police arrive to celebrate their successful drugs bust. Duffy isn't in the mood for celebrating.
Episode 3
Episode #2.3
The Grapes' regulars rack their brains at quiz night, with the chance to win a box of chocolates.
Episode 4
Episode #2.4
The regulars continue to gossip about Ken and Tanya, Tommy gets a new job and Jumping Joe's Krazy Road Show gets a gig.
Episode 5
Episode #2.5
Ken smartens himself up to play the romantic lead whilst rumours of him throwing the towel in at the pub spread amongst the locals.
Episode 6
Episode #2.6
Melanie's 21st birthday party seems to be going well but her real Dad Keith is rubbing Ken up the wrong way. Tanya's last night behind the bar is fast becoming a forgettable one as Ken is taking his frustrations out on her. Phil the copper is having a bad trip and Joe's DJ skills leave a lot to be desired.