Nearest and Dearest

Season 5

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.

Where to Watch Season 5

8 Episodes

Make Yourself at Home
E1
Make Yourself at HomeWhen Walter and Lily's house suffers damage, Nellie and Eli must put them up.
Compliments of the Season
E2
Compliments of the SeasonMother Nature scuppers Nellie's plans for a surprise Christmas lunch at a nice hotel for Eli and herself.
Barefaced in the Park
E3
Barefaced in the ParkA prowler has been tormenting ladies in a local park. When Walter is arrested and questioned, Nellie wants to prove his innocence.
A Man and a Woman
E4
A Man and a WomanNellie isn't happy when the new coal man, Snatcher Snelling, becomes rather taken with a newly-styled Lily.
Bottoms Up
E5
Bottoms UpDespite having no bartending experience, Nellie takes over running the Spread Eagle Pub for a friend.
X Marks the Spot
E6
X Marks the SpotEli is struggling to cope with his role at the pickling factory, so he sends for a manager. The Labour Exchange sends Major Lovelace.
Something in the Night
E7
Something in the NightA 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.
Lucky for Some
E8
Lucky for SomeDesperate for funds, Nellie and Eli install Stan as a company director; their motive: to share in his recent windfall.