The Breaking Dad star made his unforeseen entrance after Mariette played by Sabrina Bartlett and her sister Primrose Lydia Paige asked a nearby police officer for help in finding a young man.
The Larkins have achieved a small patch of paradise where nothing is wasted and they enjoy life to the full.
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Charley arrives in the village to investigate the Larkins' tax affairs, but is soon distracted by the beautiful Mariette, with whom he falls head over heels in love.
Ma and Pop Larkin are seen doting over their numerous children, enjoying family dinners, pillow fights and joking about adding more to their brood.
This new six-part series is written by screenwriter Simon Nye and aims to capture the warmth, optimism and escapism of The Larkin family for a modern generation.