Episodes
| Series | Episode | Title | First Broadcast | Repeated | Comments |
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| 01 | 01 | Take Me Home, Country Roads | 20080226 | 20120726 (BBC7) 20140211 (BBC7) 20200204 (BBC7) 20221026 (BBC7) 20221029 (BBC7) 20221030 (BBC7) 20090427 (R4) | Three generations of men and their musical tastes collide in this family sitcom set in a Birmingham record shop. Starring Lenny Henry. Written by Danny Robins and Dan Tetsell from an original idea by Lenny Henry. Rudy Sharpe owns an old record store in Birmingham - the last bastion of black music in Handsworth. When he suffers a 'heart attack', his neurotic, middle-aged, middle-class, divorcee son Adam and 17 year old grandson Richie come up from London to look after him. Crammed together, living in the tiny flat above the shop, the three men are set to clash on a daily basis. Whilst Rudy and Richie share a love of reggae and soul music, Adam is the odd one out - thanks to his tastes in classical music. Adam Sharpe - Lenny Henry Richie Sharp - Joe Jacobs Rudy Sharpe - Larrington Walker Doreen - Claire Benedict Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon Alison - Tracy-Ann Oberman Customers - Colin Hoult/Doc Brown Producer: Lucy Armitage. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2008. Adam reluctantly goes to help out at his Dad's record shop when he is taken ill. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 01 | 02 | Roots Manoeuvres | 20080304 | 20120802 (BBC7) 20140218 (BBC7) 20200211 (BBC7) 20221102 (BBC7) 20090504 (R4) | Now all living crammed together over a record store in Birmingham, Grandad Rudy, father Adam and son Richie collide over a local history exhibition. Starring Lenny Henry, Joe Jacobs and Larrington Walker. Generational sitcom written by Danny Robins and Dan Tetsell. From an original idea by Lenny Henry. Adam Sharpe - Lenny Henry Richie Sharp - Joe Jacobs Rudy Sharpe - Larrington Walker Doreen - Claire Benedict Jamelia/Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon Alison - Tracy-Ann Oberman Francis - Michael Fenton Stevens Customers - Colin Hoult/Doc Brown Producer: Lucy Armitage. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2008. Now living above the shop, Grandad, father and son collide over a local exhibition. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 01 | 03 | Get Up, Stand Up | 20080311 | 20120809 (BBC7) 20140225 (BBC7) 20200218 (BBC7) 20221109 (BBC7) 20090511 (R4) | Grandad's part-time career as a DJ is in jeopardy. The collisions of life for Grandad Rudy, father Adam and son Richie living crammed together over an old record store in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Joe Jacobs and Larrington Walker. Generational sitcom written by Danny Robins and Dan Tetsell. From an original idea by Lenny Henry. Adam Sharpe - Lenny Henry Richie Sharp - Joe Jacobs Rudy Sharpe - Larrington Walker Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon Alison - Tracy-Ann Oberman DJ Karel - Andrew Brooke Landlord - Gresby Nash Diabolicus - Adam de Ville Producer: Lucy Armitage. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2008. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 01 | 04 | The Heart Of Saturday Night | 20080318 | 20120815 (BBC7) 20140304 (BBC7) 20200225 (BBC7) 20221116 (BBC7) 20090518 (R4) | Bad news for the trio when burglars ransack the shop. The collisions of life for Grandad Rudy, father Adam and son Richie, living crammed together over an old record store in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Joe Jacobs and Larrington Walker. Generational sitcom written by Danny Robins and Dan Tetsell. From an original idea by Lenny Henry. Adam Sharpe - Lenny Henry Richie Sharp - Joe Jacobs Rudy Sharpe - Larrington Walker Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon Doctor - Tracy-Ann Oberman DJ Karel - Andrew Brooke Trev the Hoodie - Doc Brown Producer: Lucy Armitage. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2008. Grandad, father and son collide, when burglars ransack their Birmingham shop. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 02 | 01 | Ill Communication | 20091014 | 20110912 (BBC7) 20130609 (BBC7) 20140730 (BBC7) 20200624 (BBC7) 20100503 (R4) | It's Adam's chance to tidy up the Birmingham shop, but will father Rudy get his revenge? The collisions of life for Grandad Rudy, father Adam and son Richie living all crammed together over an old record store in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and Joe Jacobs. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in the finest, feistiest, family-run record shop in Birmingham. Adam Sharpe - Lenny Henry Rudy Sharpe - Larrington Walker Richie Sharp - Joe Jacobs Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Doreen - Claire Benedict Police Officer - Andrew Brooke Producer: Lucy Armitage First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in October 2009. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 02 | 02 | Oh Carolina | 20091021 | 20110919 (BBC7) 20130616 (BBC7) 20140806 (BBC7) 20100510 (R4) | Adam finally goes out on a date, but is the lady in question quite what she appears? Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 02 | 03 | Daddy Cool | 20091028 | 20110926 (BBC7) 20130623 (BBC7) 20140813 (BBC7) 20200701 (BBC7) 20100517 (R4) | When his teenage son won't be seen in public with him, Adam is determined to prove that he's got what it takes to be cool. And his elderly dad, Rudy, is on hand to give some unexpected advice. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in the finest, feistiest, family-run record shop in Birmingham. Adam - Lenny Henry Rudy - Larrington Walker Richie - Joe Jacobs Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon Doreen - Claire Benedict DJ Karel - Andrew Brooke Tunde - Femi Elufowoju Rapper - Doc Brown. Additional material by Doc Brown and Leah Chillery. Producer: Lucy Armitage First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in October 2009. When his teenage son won't be seen out with him, Adam's determined to prove he's cool. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 02 | 04 | Ride With Me | 20091104 | 20111004 (BBC7) 20130630 (BBC7) 20140820 (BBC7) 20200708 (BBC7) 20100524 (R4) | Adam takes his mortality a little too seriously, and finds himself confronted with a little too much lycra. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and Joe Jacobs. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in the finest, feistiest, family-run record shop in Birmingham. Adam - Lenny Henry Rudy - Larrington Walker Richie - Joe Jacobs Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon DJ Karel - Andrew Brooke. Producer: Lucy Armitage First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2009. A friend's death yields an unexpected windfall for Rudy and a health kick for Adam. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 03 | 01 | No Richie, No Cry | 20110118 | 20150210 (BBC7) 20210205 (BBC7) 20210206 (BBC7) 20140519 (R4) | Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Adam and his Dad, Rudy attempt to fill the gap left by Richie having gone to University with Salsa evening classes.Rudy - Larrington Walker Richie - Joe Jacobs Tasha - Natasha GodfreyDoreen - Claire Benedict Written by Danny Robins Produced by Lucy Armitage First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 2011. Adam and Rudy fill the gap left by Richie at University with salsa classes. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 03 | 02 | It's A Family Affair | 20110125 | 20150217 (BBC7) 20210212 (BBC7) 20210213 (BBC7) 20140526 (R4) | Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. While attempting a bit of spring cleaning, Adam discovers a bundle of long lost love letters addressed to his late Mum - and they're definitely not from his Dad.Rudy - Larrington Walker Richie - Joe Jacobs Tasha - Natasha GodfreyDoreen - Claire Benedict Written by Paula Hines Script Edited by Danny Robins Produced by Lucy Armitage First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2011. Adam (Lenny Henry) discovers a bundle of long lost love letters addressed to his late Mum Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 03 | 03 | Redemption Song | 20110201 | 20150224 (BBC7) 20210219 (BBC7) 20210220 (BBC7) 20140602 (R4) | Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Thanks to some dodgy paperwork, Adam and Rudy are faced with the prospect of losing the lease on their shop in less than a year. Inspired by Rudy's claim that Bob Marley once cited Rudy's Rare Records as having the best toilet facilities in Birmingham, they take extreme action. Written by Danny Robins Produced by Lucy Armitage First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2011. Adam and Rudy are faced with the prospect of losing the lease on their Birmingham shop. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 03 | 04 | Rudy's Rare Record | 20110208 | 20150303 (BBC7) 20210226 (BBC7) 20210227 (BBC7) 20140616 (R4) | Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. With the discovery on one of the rarest records ever recorded on a dusty shelf at the back of the shop, Rudy, Adam and Richie each allow themselves to imagine what life would really be like if they were that rich. Turns out, their dreams are a bit premature... Written by Paula Hines Script Edited by Danny Robins Produced by Lucy Armitage. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2011. One of the rarest records ever recorded is found on a dusty shelf at the back of the shop. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 03 | 05 | Lights Out | 20110215 | 20150310 (BBC7) 20210305 (BBC7) 20210306 (BBC7) 20140623 (R4) | Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Rudy is determined to prove to his girlfriend Doreen that she's finally met her match. He's even persuaded Adam to keep out of the way while he cooks Doreen a romantic meal for her birthday. The power supply across the West Midlands, however, has even more surprising treats in store. Written by Danny Robins Produced by Lucy Armitage. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 03 | 06 LAST | Girls And Boys | 20110222 | 20150317 (BBC7) 20210312 (BBC7) 20210313 (BBC7) 20140630 (R4) | With Rudy about to tie the knot, it's party time - Adam style. Adam has created a wedding spreadsheet, and it's down to Richie to intervene to ensure that both the Stag Do, and Doreen's hen night, go off with a Rudy Sharpe Sizzle. Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Stars Lenny Henry and Larrington Walker. Written by Danny Robins and Paula HinesRudy - Larrington Walker Richie - Joe Jacobs Tasha - Natasha GodfreyDoreen - Claire Benedict Producer: Lucy Armitage. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2011. With Rudy about to tie the knot, it's party time - Adam-style. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 04 | 01 | Three's A Crowd | 20121009 | 20121016 (BBC7) 20160304 (BBC7) 20170801 (BBC7) | Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and some terrific tunes. ~Rudy's Rare Records is a tiny down at heel old reggae record shop in Birmingham - one of a dying breed; a place with real soul, stacked with piles of vinyl, where the slogan is if we don't have it - them don't mek it. It's owned by the charismatic, irrepressible Rudy Sharpe (Larrington Walker), reluctantly helped out by his long-suffering neurotic son Adam (Lenny Henry) and Handsworth's first, black, surly girly goth, Tasha (Natasha Godfrey). Rudy has recently married his long-term love interest Doreen (Claire Benedict) which is leaving his best friend Clifton (Jeffery Kissoon) feeling left out. Cast: Adam.............Lenny Henry Rudy............Larrington Walker Tasha...........Natasha Godfrey Doreen..........Claire Benedict Clifton...........Jeffery Kissoon Karen ..........Susie Riddell Craig...............Joe Sims Written by Danny Robins Producer: Katie Tyrrell Tracks in this episode: THE MAGIC NUMBER - DE LA SOUL BUMP N GRIND - R KELLY I'VE GOT TO GET AWAY - JOHN HOLT RUDE BOY NUMBER - CUTTY RANKS IT'S A MAN'S MAN'S MAN'S WORLD - JAMES BROWN HONOUR YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER - DESMOND DEKKER WHINE AND GRINE - THE BEAT IRON LION ZION - BOB MARLEY I CAN'T STAND THE RAIN - HORTENSE ELLIS AND PRINCE WEEDY. Rudy and Doreen are enjoying married life. But his son Adam isn't. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 04 | 02 | Best Local Business | 20121016 | 20121023 (BBC7) 20160311 (BBC7) 20170815 (BBC7) | EPISODE TWO: BEST LOCAL BUSINESS Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and some terrific tunes. ~Rudy's Rare Records is a tiny down at heel old reggae record shop in Birmingham - one of a dying breed; a place with real soul, stacked with piles of vinyl, where the slogan is if we don't have it - them don't mek it. It's owned by the charismatic, irrepressible Rudy Sharpe (Larrington Walker), reluctantly helped out by his long-suffering neurotic son Adam (Lenny Henry) and Handsworth's first, black, surly girly goth, Tasha (Natasha Godfrey). Rudy has recently married his long-term love interest Doreen (Claire Benedict) which is leaving his best friend Clifton (Jeffery Kissoon) feeling left out. But business is not booming and Adam enters a competition for the Best Local Business hoping the publicity and the prize money will give the record shop a much needed boost. It also means war between Rudy's Rare Records and Clifton's Blooms. Adam - Lenny Henry Rudy - Larrington Walker Tasha - Natasha Godfrey Doreen - Claire Benedict Clifton - Jeffery Kissoon Richie - Joe Jacobs Darnell - Javone Prince Secret Shopper - Sarah Thom Ainsley Harriott - Himself Twitch - Adam Nagaitis Written by Paula Hines Script Editor: Danny Robins Producer: Katie Tyrrell Music in this episode: GET UP EDINA DESMOND DEKKER RUN THIS TOWN JAY Z, RIHANNA & KANYE WEST FUSSIN AND FIGHTING BOB MARLEY BE PREPARED WINSTON SAMUEL DON'T PLAY NO GAME THAT I CAN'T WIN BEASTIE BOYS FEAT. SANTIGOLD DO I WORRY DERRICK HARRIOT NO FRIEND DELROY WILLIAMS. Adam enters the record shop into a competition for Best Local Business. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 04 | 03 | Let It Grow | 20121023 | 20121030 (BBC7) 20160318 (BBC7) 20170822 (BBC7) | Episode 3: Let It Grow Adam is keen to take on an allotment and work the land with his Dad, Rudy. Rudy would prefer a patio. Adam hopes to bond with his Dad, Rudy, whilst they till the earth together on an allotment. However, Rudy prefers to chill with his best friend Clifton and only takes an interest when they spot a rare and illegal plant growing in the greenhouse. Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and some terrific tunes. ~Rudy's Rare Records is a tiny down at heel old reggae record shop in Birmingham - one of a dying breed; a place with real soul, stacked with piles of vinyl, where the slogan is if we don't have it - them don't mek it. It's owned by the charismatic, irrepressible Rudy Sharpe (Larrington Walker), reluctantly helped out by his long-suffering neurotic son Adam (Lenny Henry) and Handsworth's first, black, surly girly goth, Tasha (Natasha Godfrey). Rudy has recently married his long-term love interest Doreen (Claire Benedict) which is leaving his best friend Clifton (Jeffery Kissoon) feeling left out. Adam ............ Lenny Henry Rudy ............ Larrington Walker Tasha ............ Natasha Godfrey Doreen ............ Claire Benedict Clifton ............ Jeffery Kissoon Lucinda ............ Sarah Thom Trader/Customer/Dealer ............ Adam Nagaitis Written by Danny Robins Producer: Katie Tyrrell Music featured in this episode: ZUNGGUZUNGGUGUZUNGGUZENG * YELLOW MAN THE GATES OF ZION * THE MIGHTY DIAMONDS INCREDIBLE * M BEAT FEAT. GENERAL LEVY HERBAL DUB * KING TUBBY RUMOURS * GREGORY ISAACS CARRY GO BRING HOME * THE SELECTER GIMME THE LIGHT * SEAN PAUL HARD TIMES * LEO GRAHAM RAPPER'S DELIGHT * SUGARHILL GANG. Adam hopes to bond with his dad Rudy, while they till the earth on an allotment. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 04 | 04 | It's Grim Up North | 20121030 | 20121106 (BBC7) 20160325 (BBC7) 20170829 (BBC7) | Adam attends a business conference to network and is determined to leave his dad behind. He fails. Not only does Rudy attend but he knows the guest speaker. Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and some terrific tunes. ~Rudy's Rare Records is a tiny down at heel old reggae record shop in Birmingham - one of a dying breed; a place with real soul, stacked with piles of vinyl, where the slogan is if we don't have it - them don't mek it. It's owned by the charismatic, irrepressible Rudy Sharpe (Larrington Walker), reluctantly helped out by his long-suffering neurotic son Adam (Lenny Henry) and Handsworth's first, black, surly girly goth, Tasha (Natasha Godfrey). Rudy has recently married his long-term love interest Doreen (Claire Benedict) who is enjoying the challenge of getting the Sharpe men in shape. Adam.......Lenny Henry Rudy.....Larrington Walker Tasha......Natasha Godfrey Doreen......Claire Benedict Bernard Sheedy...Justin Moorhouse Brinsley Forde.....Brinsley Forde Katerina.......... Liza Sadovy Attila/Receptionist ......... Adam Nagaitis Written by Danny Robins Producer: Katie Tyrrell Music featured in this episode: TRAIN TO SKAVILLE * THE ETHIOPIANS RADIO * RAPHAEL SAADIQ SHINE * ASWAD SIMMER DOWN * BOB MARLEY AND THE WAILERS SWEAT ( A LA LA LA LA LONG) * INNER CIRCLE JAMAICA IS THE PLACE TO GO * CHARLIE BINGER AND HIS QUARTET HOT IN HERE * NELLY LET'S GET IT ON * MARVIN GAYE RUBY SOHO * JIMMY CLIFF BE PREPARED * WINSTON SAMUEL DON'T TURN AROUND * ASWAD PRESSURE DROP * TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS GIRLFRIEND IN A COMA * THE SMITHS. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 04 | 05 | Miss Reenie Comes To Stay | 20121106 | 20121113 (BBC7) 20160401 (BBC7) 20170905 (BBC7) | Adam's surprise birthday present for his Dad backfires. Adam has a surprise for his Dad's birthday - his sister Reenie! It backfires when Miss Reenie turns out to be the house guest from hell and plans to stay for 6 months. Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and some terrific tunes. ~Rudy's Rare Records is a tiny down at heel old reggae record shop in Birmingham - one of a dying breed; a place with real soul, stacked with piles of vinyl, where the slogan is if we don't have it - them don't mek it. It's owned by the charismatic, irrepressible Rudy Sharpe (Larrington Walker), reluctantly helped out by his long-suffering neurotic son Adam (Lenny Henry) and Handsworth's first, black, surly girly goth, Tasha (Natasha Godfrey). Rudy has recently married his long-term love interest Doreen (Claire Benedict) which is leaving his best friend Clifton (Jeffery Kissoon) feeling left out - that is until Rudy's sister Miss Reenie comes to stay. Adam ..........Lenny Henry Rudy.......... Larrington Walker Tasha...........Natasha Godfrey Doreen..........Claire Benedict Clifton...........Jeffery Kissoon Miss Reenie.......Angela Wynter RSPCA Man ........ ..Joe Sims Written by Paula Hines Script Editor: Danny Robins Producer: Katie Tyrrell SWEET JAMAICA * LORD KITCHENER DANGER IN YOUR EYES * ASWAD LORD A MASSIE MASSIE * DANNY D AND THE SHADOWS NOT ME * ROBERT MITCHUM GIRL I'VE GOT A DATE * ALTON ELLIS I'M IN LOVE AGAIN * FATS DOMINO TOP FORM/OLD MACDONALD * YELLOWMAN SISTER LOVE * GREGORY ISAACS BLACK WOMAN * SISTER CAROL DANGEROUS * KARDINAL OFFISHALL & AKON. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |
| 04 | 06 LAST | Sound Of Da Police | 20121113 | 20121120 (BBC7) 20160408 (BBC7) 20170912 (BBC7) | When Doreen is mugged Adam and Rudy react very differently. Adam intends to become a role model for the community and Rudy intends to whack the mugger with a cricket bat. Father and son comedy set in the finest old-school record shop in Birmingham. Starring Lenny Henry, Larrington Walker and some terrific tunes. ~Rudy's Rare Records is a tiny down at heel old reggae record shop in Birmingham - one of a dying breed; a place with real soul, stacked with piles of vinyl, where the slogan is if we don't have it - them don't mek it. It's owned by the charismatic, irrepressible Rudy Sharpe (Larrington Walker), reluctantly helped out by his long-suffering neurotic son Adam (Lenny Henry) and Handsworth's first, black, surly girly goth, Tasha (Natasha Godfrey). Rudy has recently married his long-term love interest Doreen (Claire Benedict) who is enjoying the challenge of getting the Sharpe men in shape - until she is shaken by a mugging. Adam............Lenny Henry Rudy.......... Larrington Walker Tasha...........Natasha Godfrey Doreen..........Claire Benedict SGT Popper........ Andrew Brooke Hoodie.........Adam Nagaitis Hoodie 2.......Joe Sims MISS JAMAICA * JIMMY CLIFF 007 SHANTY TOWN* DESMOND DEKKER SOUND OF DA POLICE * KRS ONE POLICE OFFICER * SMILEY CULTURE INFORMER * SNOW WELCOME TO JAMROCK * DAMIAN MARLEY TROUBLE IN THE TOWN * DANDY POLICE AND THIEVES* JUNIOR MURVIN GUNS OF BRIXTON* JIMMY CLIFF RING THE ALARM* FU SCHNICKENS. When Doreen is mugged, Adam and Rudy react very differently. Sitcom by Danny Robins, set in a Birmingham record shop |