Back in the 'bad old days' when the physically and mentally disabled were locked away in institutions a legend grew of someone who could stand up to the authorities and help them. This charming story is how a group of disabled people went to chase that legend. To assist them John is forced to come to terms with his daughter and her friends.

Bernard Hill
John
Kerry Noble
Esther
Karl Purden
Tom
Tom Tomalin
Raj

Linda Bassett
Susan

Billie Whitelaw
Margaret

Richard Briers
Old Arthur/George

Nick Brimble
Frank

John McArdle
Dilke

Ian Dury
Rendle

Kevin Whately
Sam Hopkins
Adam Walker
Young Arthur
Joe Norton
Young George

Fine Time Fontayne
Arthur's Father
Kathy Jamieson
Arthur's Mother