The unconventional lives and loves of the family of Lord Alconleigh, dominated by the eccentric, irascible Uncle Matthew. The story encompasses the economic and political crises of the Thirties and the upheavals of the Second World War.

Directed by: Donald McWhinnie
Written by: Simon Raven
Release date: 1980-10-29
Runtime: 420 minutes
Cast:
Michael Williams Michael Williams
Davey Warbeck 
Michael Aldridge Michael Aldridge
Uncle Matt 
John Moffatt John Moffatt
Lord Merlin 
Lucy Gutteridge Lucy Gutteridge
Linda 
Judi Dench Judi Dench
Aunt Sadie 
Richard Hurndall Richard Hurndall
Lord Montdore