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.
Dec 17, 1970 - 30m
When Walter and Lily's house suffers damage, Nellie and Eli must put them up.
Dec 24, 1970 - 30m
Mother Nature scuppers Nellie's plans for a surprise Christmas lunch at a nice hotel for Eli and herself.
Jan 14, 1971 - 30m
A prowler has been tormenting ladies in a local park. When Walter is arrested and questioned, Nellie wants to prove his innocence.
Jan 21, 1971 - 30m
Nellie isn't happy when the new coal man, Snatcher Snelling, becomes rather taken with a newly-styled Lily.
Jan 28, 1971 - 30m
Despite having no bartending experience, Nellie takes over running the Spread Eagle Pub for a friend.
Feb 11, 1971 - 30m
Eli is struggling to cope with his role at the pickling factory, so he sends for a manager. The Labour Exchange sends Major Lovelace.
Feb 18, 1971 - 30m
A burglar has been operating in the local area; his latest victims are Lily and Walter. Keen to protect her valuables, Nellie hides her treasured possessions.
Feb 25, 1971 - 30m
Desperate for funds, Nellie and Eli install Stan as a company director; their motive: to share in his recent windfall.
