Don't Wait Up

Don't Wait Up (1983-1990)

EndedScripted showComedy

Two doctors, estranged from their spouses, become roommates...but they also happen to be father and son! Can they share an apartment without driving each other crazy? No, but they do it anyway.... Tom Latimer is a young and hard working general practitioner who has managed to survive an expensive and nasty divorce. Now he lives in an apartment while his ex lives in their beautiful home. And things get worse for Tom when his father, dermatologist Toby Latimer, arrives at Tom's place with the news that he and Tom's mother will also be getting divorced" and that he's moving in! It's shades of The Odd Couple as father and son must learn to tolerate one another's idiosyncracies.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E06Episode SixMar 25, 1990
S06E05Episode FiveMar 18, 1990
S06E04Episode FourMar 11, 1990
S06E03Episode ThreeMar 4, 1990
S06E02Episode TwoFeb 25, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Don't Wait Up' premiere?

'Don't Wait Up' premiered on January 3, 1983.

Who are the main characters in the show?

The main characters of 'Don't Wait Up' are Dr. Tom Latimer, Dr. Toby Latimer, and Sarah.

What is the show about?

'Don't Wait Up' is about two brothers who run a medical practice together and their personal and professional lives.

What is the relationship between the two brothers?

The two brothers in 'Don't Wait Up' are close, but often clash due to their different personality traits.

Who plays Dr. Tom Latimer?

Nigel Havers plays Dr. Tom Latimer in 'Don't Wait Up.'

Who plays Dr. Toby Latimer?

Tony Britton plays Dr. Toby Latimer in 'Don't Wait Up.'

Who plays Sarah?

Dinah Sheridan plays Sarah in 'Don't Wait Up.'

What other TV shows has Nigel Havers been in?

Nigel Havers has also appeared in 'Chariots of Fire,' 'The Good Karma Hospital,' and 'Downton Abbey.'

How many episodes were produced for 'Don't Wait Up?'

A total of 38 episodes were produced for 'Don't Wait Up.'

Was 'Don't Wait Up' a popular show during its run?

Yes, 'Don't Wait Up' was a popular show during its run, and it was consistently among the top-rated shows in the UK.

Was the show critically acclaimed?

Yes, 'Don't Wait Up' was critically acclaimed and received positive reviews from both viewers and critics.

Did the show receive any awards?

'Don't Wait Up' was nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Comedy Series in 1984.

What is the theme song for the show?

The theme song for 'Don't Wait Up' is called "Waiting."

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