Jenny Can't Work Any Faster

Jenny Can't Work Any Faster

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Jenny Can't Work Any Faster

1975

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Drama

Overview

Jenny is an autistic teenager. Her father is concerned about her being withdrawn and hopes that employing her in his own business will bring her out of her shell. He also employs a new young assistant called Brian.

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7 featured cast members

Starring

Pauline Quirke

Pauline Quirke

Jenny

George Costigan

George Costigan

Brian

James Grout

James Grout

Robert

Helen Ryan

Helen Ryan

Maureen

Peggy Ann Wood

Peggy Ann Wood

Mrs. Baker

Desmond Jones

Ken

John Corti

Little boy

Creative team

Directed by: Peter Jefferies
Written by: David Cook

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