Robbing Hood

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Norman And The Mafia

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Norman finds birds, brains and bullies in a perilous penthouse

Norman finds birds, brains and bullies in a perilous penthouse. Stars Norman Wisdom and Moira Lister. From 1992.

Norman Wisdom stars as a small time crook who’s just come out of prison.

Hoping to go straight, he is entrusted to widow Natalie Mathews, who offers him a job and accommodation. 

Norman finds birds, brains and bullies in a perilous penthouse that leaves him speechless.

Written by John Graham from an idea by Norman Wisdom.

Norman Hood …. Norman Wisdom
Natalie Matthews …. Moira Lister
Alfredo - Nicky Henson
Tracey - Lorraine Chase
Police Sergeant - Victor Winding
Inspector/Parrot - John Graham
Petshop Girl - Joanna Wake

Director: Leslie Lawton

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in August 1992.

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When Norman Hood is released from jail - he struggles to go straight. Stars Norman Wisdom.

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