Nearest and Dearest
Nearest and Dearest is a British television sitcom that ran from 1968 to 1973. A total of 46 episodes were made, 18 in monochrome and 28 in colour. The series, produced by Granada Television for ITV, was set in Colne, Lancashire, in the North West of England. Nellie and Eli Pledge may be siblings, but their personalities are polar opposites. If not for inheritance, they would never even think of becoming business partners for five years.
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Season 2
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E1
A Breach of the Peace
Nellie arrives at the front door to meet two constables accusing her of shoplifting.
Jul 8, 1969 · 25m -
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E2
Wish You Were Here
Nellie and Eli are off to the seaside on holiday, but it isn't long before familiar faces start appearing.
Jul 15, 1969 · 26m -
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E3
The Demon Drink
When Eli's drunken antics prevent Nellie admission to the Women's Town Guild, she becomes determined to stop him from drinking.
Jul 22, 1969 · 26m -
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E4
All You Wish Yourself
When Eli realizes that he's forgotten Nellie's birthday, he manages to plan an evening at The Starlight Club.
Jul 29, 1969 · 24m -
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E5
Now Is the Hour
With the business not doing so well, Nellie decides that cuts are needed: first the horse, then Stan.
Aug 5, 1969 · 23m