The Larkins reside at 66 Sycamore Street, where Alf's wife Ada seeks to assert her authority over him. Meanwhile, Joyce is trapped at home with her writer husband Jeff, who's struggling to make a living, and Eddie is oblivious to the romantic feelings of his neighbor's daughter. The mother of the girl next door frequently asks to borrow items, often taking everything.

Ada's son returns from National Service, and she decides to host a party to m...