27 Mar 1992
Roadside Prophets
On a quest to fulfill a friend's last wish, Joe takes to the desert road on his 1957 Harley-Davidson. Joined by wannabe biker Sam, Joe journeys from Los Angeles to Nevada, meeting all sorts of characters along the way.
The Rocking Horse Winner
Nigel Rhodes plays a boy who, while riding his wooden rocking horse, can predict which horse will win at the race.
Top Billed Cast
Kenneth More Uncle
Nigel Rhodes Paul
Angela Thorne Mother
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