Close to Home (1989)
A situation comedy about divorcee James Shepherd, a charismatic vet, who struggles to run both a successful surgery and a home for his two teenage children.
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Episode 1 - Father and Family
Release Date: 1989-10-01James' ex-wife Helen arrives, saying that she has left her current husband and intends to move back in with the family. However, Helen's husband Frank, a member of the mafia, comes looking for her.
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Episode 2 - The Contract
Release Date: 1989-10-08The Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.
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Episode 3 - Double Date
Release Date: 1989-10-15Robbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.
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Episode 4 - The Horse Race
Release Date: 1989-10-22Various interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.
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Episode 5 - Helen's Parents
Release Date: 1989-10-29James' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.
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Episode 6 - She's Leaving Home
Release Date: 1989-11-05James tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.
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Episode 7 - A Matter of Decree
Release Date: 1989-11-12James and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.
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Episode 8 - Katie's Broken Heart
Release Date: 1989-11-19Kate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.
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Episode 9 - Helen the Receptionist
Release Date: 1989-11-26Frank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.