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Summary

Julia Merrygrove (Patricia Hodge) is an attractive divorcee.

George Rudge (Dennis Quilley) is a wealthy widower who runs a biscuit factory.

The couple are complete opposites as far as personality, lifestyle and political leanings are concerned.

In spite of their differences, however, a relationship develops between them.

Cast List

  Patricia Hodge as Julia Merrygrove
  Dennis Quilley as George Rudge
  Lionel Jeffries as Grandpa Rudge
  Jean Alexander as Granny Trellis
  Anne Reid as Sally
  Ray Lonnen as Steve Merrygrove
  Lorraine Ashbourne as Karen Rudge
  Tracie Bennett as Nikki
  Claudia Bryan as Samantha Merrygrove
  Jason Flemyng as John Merrygrove
  Chris Garner as Warren Merrygrove
  Sara Griffiths as Tracey Merrygrove
  James Warrior as Colin Pink

Production Details

Written by:
David Nobbs

Directed by:
Michael Simpson, David Reynolds

Produced by:
David Reynolds

Executive Producer(s):
Vernon Lawrence

1 series, 6 episodes

Transmitted: 1991

TV Channel: ITV

Yorkshire Television