The Cuckoo Waltz

Season 3

The series, which was set in 1970s and early 1980s Manchester, dealt with the comic complications that ensue when impoverished newly-weds Chris and Fliss Hawthorne take in lodger Gavin Rumsey to ease their financial problems.

Where to Watch Season 3

6 Episodes

It's All Greek To Me
E1
It's All Greek To MeOne of Gavin's holiday romances catches up with him when Arianna turns up on the doorstep, quickly followed by her very annoyed brother who's out to kill him.
The Treat
E2
The TreatGavin has bought a new Super 8 movie camera, and is anxious to show it off. Fliss wants Chris to take her and the kids out as a family, as it's been ages. They go to 'Belle Vue' - all on £2.60.
The Air Hostesses
E3
The Air HostessesGavin tries to chat up an air hostess. When he finally succeeds, he needs someone to make up a foursome. As he's no friends, Gavin thinks of Chris, who then lies to Fliss as to where he's going.
The Policeman
E4
The PolicemanGavin has spent over two weeks staying in. He doesn't even want to play Strip Lexicon. Has he lost his interest in girls? Fliss tries to change his mind.
Perspectives
E5
PerspectivesJill, a friend of Fliss's pays a visit. She's young, sexy and successful and makes Fliss think about her life. Jill persuades Fliss to go to a literary party in her place, where she meets a bit of rough.
Alterations
E6
AlterationsChris and Fliss feel envious at Gavin's constant spending. He's bought a special bed, and new wallpaper. Gavin says that they can have his old bed, though there's a catch - he wants them to do the wallpapering!