After Henry

After Henry is a British sitcom written by Simon Brett, and starring Prunella Scales and Joan Sanderson. Originating as a radio programme on BBC Radio 4 from 1985 to 1989, it was adapted for television by Thames Television. Sarah is the 42-year-old widow of GP Henry France. She lives in an often volatile family situation with her elderly mother Eleanor Prescott, and her daughter, 18-year-old Clare, with both of whom she shares a house. Following Henry's death, the family have to find a way to cope with each other as best they can. The BBC was initially hesitant to produce a series but after three successful runs on BBC Radio 4, it was commissioned for the small screen. The series was surprisingly popular, attracting over 14 million viewers. Four seasons were made, with the last transmitted after the death of Sanderson, who died on 24 May 1992.

Cast

Prunella Scales Sarah France Joan Sanderson Eleanor Prescott

Janine Wood Clare France

Jonathan Newth Russell Bryant

Peggy Ann Wood Vera Polling

Edward de Souza Sam Greenland Fanny Rowe Vera Polling

Anne Priestley Mary

Charles Morgan Vicar Bernard Holley DI Carson Phyllis Calvert Auntie Lilian

Bridget Brammall Katie

Metadata from the source database.