Bob Monkhouse

Sergeant Grimshawe wants to retire in the flush of success by winning the Star Squad prize with his very last platoon of newly called-up National Servicemen. But what a motley bunch they turn out to be.

When the launch of the first manned mission to Mars goes awry due to sabotage, International Rescue is requested to assist in the mission's second attempt.

While her husband works, the wife of a bra manufacturer leads a secret life with her lover, whom she conveniently hides in her attic.

Fred, Tim and Deirdre plan a fun weekend break on the coast. What they didn't make allowances for was the company of Deirdre's mother who insists on coming along as her daughter's chaperone.