The Upchat Connection
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Play S1 E1A new man wins the locker, life and lascivious lust of lovable lothario, Mike Upchat.
Cast: Robin Nedwell, Susan Jameson, Bernadette Milnes
12HDCC
Series 1
7 episodes
- 1. The TorchbearerWhen Mike Upchat raffles the key to his left-luggage locker at Marylebone Station, the winner wins more than just his address book, his second-best T-shirt, all his library tickets and a blind date with a cracker called Suzie. He also inherited the Upchat name, its various pseudonyms, and the entire Upchat personality!12CC30minOct 24, 1978
- 2. Spring in Park LaneHaving just chatted his way through his first challenge, Mike sets his sights higher. A chance phone call leads him to the exclusive world of Park Lane and the promise of a free meal with the lovely Shoona. But even a free meal can have its price...12CC30minOct 31, 1978
- 3. Mystery TourA van drivers' strike leaves Mike temporarily without transport. His simple solution is to commandeer the first vehicle that moves, even if it's a coach-load of Japanese tourists. This presents Mike with his biggest chat-up problem so far: a beautiful Japanese girl who doesn't speak a word of English.12CC30minNov 7, 1978
- 4. The HomecomingEven when he's away from his familiar stamping ground, Mike can't resist a chat-up challenge. He takes Maggie home to Birmingham for the weekend, but almost pushes his luck too far – leaving Maggie regretting that she ever introduced him to her mum and the neighbours.12CC30minNov 14, 1978
- 5. My Fair LydyIf Mickey Finn invites you to a champagne nosh-up down East Slapton Dog Track, you don't refuse. And when Mickey says "Make sure you bring a real East End gal', Mike sees no problem in chatting up a bird from down Hackney way.12CC30minNov 21, 1978
- 6. A Game of SinglesOne thing Upchats do not do is get married. But when Mike finds himself engaged, his plan to get disengaged lands him in even bigger trouble.12CC30minNov 28, 1978
- 7. Will the Real Mike UpchatIf Mike Upchat isn't the first Mike Upchat, then perhaps he isn't the only Mike Upchat. Maggie sets him the ultimate chat-up challenge to allow him to prove that he is indeed the real thing.12CC30minDec 5, 1978
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The Upchat Connection
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A new man wins the locker, life and lascivious lust of lovable lothario, Mike Upchat.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Keith Waterhouse
- Studio
- Thames Television
Maturity rating
12Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
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