Mother and Son
Overview
A beloved Australian sitcom, Mother and Son aired from January 16, 1984, to March 21, 1994, captivating audiences with its humor and heart. Starring Ruth Cracknell, Garry McDonald, Henri Szeps, and Judy Morris, the show explored the comedic dynamics between a mother and her son. Created and penned by Geoffrey Atherden AM, it garnered multiple Logie Awards, solidifying its place in television history. The iconic theme song, featuring the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, is a jazzy rendition of Al Jolson's classic "I Want a Girl," adding a nostalgic charm to the series.
Episodes
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1
The Nursing Home
In the wake of his wife's departure, Arthur reluctantly starts to think about placing Maggie in a care facility. Struggling with his feelings of lone...
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2
The Milk
Three hours after dispatching Maggie to fetch some milk, Arthur uncovers that she has been pretending to have a fractured wrist in order to receive co...
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3
The Oysters
Arthur learns that Maggie has been hitching rides on a garbage truck and causing chaos at a nearby hospital. Concerned for her safety and the disturb...
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4
The Tickets
Arthur is eager to escape his home and spend some quality time on vacation with his new girlfriend. However, a string of miscommunications causes his ...
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5
The Babysitter
After several Saturday evenings spent at home with Maggie, Arthur begins to ponder his lack of a romantic partner. In an effort to change this, he ar...
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6
The Boyfriend
On Maggie's birthday, the whole family comes together for a festive celebration. Seizing the moment, Maggie decides it's the ideal opportunity to intr...
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7
The Illness
Maggie fears she is gravely ill and contemplates her will for the first time. When she learns that Robert plans to sell the family home, she becomes ...
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1
The Money
When Maggie gets a letter from the government, she fears they believe she's passed away. However, the real issue is their inquiry into her uncashed pe...
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2
The Divorce
As Arthur's divorce day draws near, Maggie struggles to comprehend his decision to end the marriage. Her confusion leads Robert to reflect on his own ...
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3
The Funeral
When Arthur's uncle passes away, the family struggles to maintain harmony during the funeral. In a comical mishap, Maggie accidentally spills a bag o...
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4
The Promotion
Arthur lands a job opportunity that requires him to relocate to Canberra. However, persuading Maggie to join him in this new adventure turns out to b...
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5
The Aunt
When Maggie's sister Lorna comes to visit, tensions rise as the reunion takes an uncomfortable turn. Meanwhile, Arthur is eager for Lorna's presence, ...
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6
The Card Game
Arthur invites some friends over for a card night, leaving Maggie surprised and disappointed that she won't be participating. When the cards mysteriou...
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7
The Morning After
Arthur's girlfriend stays over, leaving Maggie taken aback. Disturbed by the situation, she storms out and contemplates moving in with Robert and Liz...
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1
The Christmas Drinks
Arthur is throwing a festive summer Christmas bash for his friends and family, but Maggie has other plans. She wishes Arthur would prioritize taking h...
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2
The Sign
Maggie grows increasingly worried about her late husband's spirit, seeking comfort in her faith with the dream of reuniting with him in the afterlife...
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3
The Picnic
The family gathers for a delightful day at the park, but their fun quickly takes a turn when Maggie goes missing. Panic ensues as they search for her,...
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4
The Accident
Arthur suffers a mishap when he accidentally drops a typewriter on his foot, leaving him stuck at home with Maggie as his caregiver. As if things coul...
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5
The Last Will
In a tense family gathering, Maggie unveils her final will, leaving her relatives in disbelief. Arthur is taken aback by the unexpected revelations, w...
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6
The Neighbours
Tensions escalate between Maggie and her Greek immigrant neighbor, leading to a series of confrontations and even some damage to property. As hostili...
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7
The Cruise
Maggie decides to embark on a cruise with her new friend Claude, leaving Arthur taken aback and Robert utterly astonished. However, as the plans unfol...
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1
The Medals
Maggie mistakenly believes it's ANZAC Day and eagerly attempts to attend the parade. However, Arthur makes a determined effort to persuade her that th...
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2
The Friend
Concerned for Maggie's well-being after overhearing her conversing with herself, Arthur decides she could benefit from companionship. He recruits a w...
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3
The Car
Maggie longs to revisit her honeymoon destination, but Arthur has other plans. Determined to reach her goal, Maggie decides to drive there herself. T...
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4
The Surprise
Arthur, Maggie, and Liz organize a surprise celebration for Robert's birthday. However, when Robert arrives later than expected, Liz begins to suspec...
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5
The Dog
Robert is stuck with a dog that Liz refuses to keep, so he hands it over to Arthur and Maggie. However, the couple quickly realizes that caring for th...
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6
The Fridge
The family fridge is in disrepair, prompting Maggie to focus on her memoirs while grappling with the situation. Meanwhile, Robert finds himself troubl...
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7
The Last Straw
Arthur reaches his breaking point with Maggie and decides to escape for a vacation, leaving Robert to take care of things in his absence. How will th...
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1
The Deed
Arthur faces a challenging task as he attempts to persuade Maggie to transfer Power of Attorney for their home. Complicating matters, Maggie inadvert...
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2
The Budgie
After witnessing Maggie's distress following a disagreement with Robert, Arthur decides to gift her a budgie to provide some companionship. However, ...
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3
The Big Sleep
Maggie struggles with insomnia, which in turn keeps Arthur awake as her anxiety about mortality resurfaces. In her restless state, she starts to prepa...
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4
The Clock
Arthur dreams of a peaceful Saturday spent at home, but Maggie insists that a neighbor from across the street took her clock long ago. Determined to ...
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5
The Rest
Maggie is puzzled by Arthur's recent moodiness, prompting her to pay a visit to the doctor for clarification. The recommendation? A getaway for Art...
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6
The Baby
While secretly babysitting during the day, Maggie accidentally reveals her activity when Arthur spots her crafting a tiny bootie. Mistakenly believing...
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7
The Sunday Roast
Arthur's goal is to introduce his girlfriend to the family over Sunday dinner, but he faces a challenge in persuading Maggie. To solve this, he prete...
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1
The Ride
Robert appears to be making a fresh start as he takes Maggie for a drive, but unbeknownst to her, he has plans to rendezvous with another woman. When ...
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2
The Trip
Maggie's younger sister, Lorna, is back in town after the passing of her husband. She hopes to persuade Maggie to join her on a trip to England to es...
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3
The Family Feud
Maggie and Lorna are preparing to head back from England, while Robert has taken up residence with Arthur after being thrown out by Liz. Upon their...
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4
The Caravan
Following a heated dispute regarding the "favorite son competition" that Maggie has entered Robert into, Arthur decides to take refuge in Robert's car...
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5
The Lamingtons
In "The Lamingtons," Maggie inadvertently commits to baking 216 lamingtons for a cake stall while also needing to fulfill her jury duty. Faced with th...
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6
The Promise
Arthur urgently requests Maggie to take on some household chores while he’s at work, emphasizing his desire for her to gain independence, especiall...
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7
The Ring Cycle
Arthur and Deidre appear to be rekindling their romance, and Arthur is optimistic that Maggie will be on board with their reunion. In an effort to fa...
