
An Actor's Life for Me
121991•30m•6.0/10
Comedy
Ratings
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6.0/10(3)
Robert Neilson has ambitions to play Hamlet but will do most acting work. His fiancée, Sue, and agent, Desmond, gently encourage his aspirations.
Production
BBC
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
November 14, 1991
Last Aired
December 19, 1991
Networks
BBC One
Created By
Paul Mayhew-Archer
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Where to Watch
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
A Kiss Is Just a Kiss
Air date: 1991-11-14
Robert jumps on a chance to film with Kim Basinger.
E2
I Can Do That
Air date: 1991-11-21
To obtain a major action role, Robert claims he can perform all sorts of athletic feats. Fortunately, he is a quick learner and almost gets away with it. Almost.
E3
Fathers and Sons
Air date: 1991-11-28
Robert and Sue are planning a vacation to Greece, but duty calls when he gets a small part. Unsure of how to tell Sue that he needs to delay his vacation plans, he claims he is adopted and must attend his 'real' father's funeral.
E4
May the Farce Be with You
Air date: 1991-12-05
Desmond and his wife are at the theatre to wish Robert good luck on his new part in a comedy, but the farce is acted in the dressing room when Desmond gets the wrong end of the stick after Robert explains the play.
E5
Night of the Living Dead
Air date: 1991-12-12
Robert gets a part as a corpse. It should be easy; no lines to memorise. Unfortunately, nothing is easy when Robert is on stage.
E6
Not Suitable for Parents
Air date: 1991-12-19
Robert has been cast in a sex comedy, but when Sue's straight-laced parents come to visit, he dares not have them see him in it. He suggests Sue take them to see 'The Importance of Being Earnest' instead. Bad decision.

























