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Man About the House

Series Overview

Man About the House is a British sitcom created and written by Brian Cooke and Johnnie Mortimer, and starring Paula Wilcox, Sally Thomsett, Richard O'Sullivan, Brian Murphy, and Yootha Joyce. Six series were broadcast on ITV from 15 August 1973 to 7 April 1976. It was considered daring at the time because it featured a man sharing a London flat with two single women. Single roommates Chrissy and Jo search for a third tenant to help pay the rent, they intend on finding another female. But then they encounter Robin Tripp... who's looking for a place to stay. Two spin-offs were produced: George and Mildred (1976–79) and Robin's Nest (1977–81). A film adaptation was released in 1974 and, in 1977, the series was remade for American audiences as Three's Company.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
ITV1
Episodes & Seasons

6 Seasons • 39 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1973 – 1976

Premiered: Wed, Aug 15, 1973

Created By
Brian Cooke
Johnnie Mortimer

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Apr 7, 1976

Season 6, Episode 7: “Another Bride, Another Groom”

It's the day before Norman and Chrissy's wedding and Mildred is upset that she has not received an invitation...

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Peter Frazer-Jones

Screenplay & Story

Johnnie Mortimer, Brian Cooke

Producers

Peter Frazer-Jones, Philip Jones

Department Leadership Roster

Robin Parker

Production Design

Johnnie Mortimer

Writer

Brian Cooke

Writer

Peter Frazer-Jones

Producer

Peter Frazer-Jones

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

United Kingdom (BBFC)12

Suitable only for 12 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Man About the House

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is Man About the House about?

Man About the House is a British sitcom created and written by Brian Cooke and Johnnie Mortimer, and starring Paula Wilcox, Sally Thomsett, Richard O'Sullivan, Brian Murphy, and Yootha Joyce. Six series were broadcast on ITV from 15 August 1973 to 7 April 1976. It was considered daring at the time because it featured a man sharing a London flat with two single women. Single roommates Chrissy and Jo search for a third tenant to help pay the rent, they intend on finding another female. But then they encounter Robin Tripp... who's looking for a place to stay. Two spin-offs were produced: George and Mildred (1976–79) and Robin's Nest (1977–81). A film adaptation was released in 1974 and, in 1977, the series was remade for American audiences as Three's Company.

How many seasons does Man About the House have?

Man About the House comprises 6 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Man About the House?

Key cast members in Man About the House include Paula Wilcox, Sally Thomsett, Richard O'Sullivan, Brian Murphy, Yootha Joyce.

Who created or directed Man About the House?

Man About the House was developed and directed by Peter Frazer-Jones.