Second Thoughts

1991–1994 · Ended · 5 seasons · 49 episodes · Comedy · United Kingdom

Channel ITV1 · Starring Julia Sawalha, Lynda Bellingham, Belinda Lang

Second thoughts is a British sitcom that ran from 3 May 1991 to 14 October 1994. It was broadcast on ITV and made by LWT. It was followed by a sequel, Faith in the future. Second thoughts followed the lives of two middle-aged divorcees, Bill MacGregor and Faith Greyshott, from very different backgrounds trying to develop a relationship, despite the pressures pulling it apart. Second thoughts was based upon the real-life relationship of the writers, husband and wife Jan Etherington and Gavin Petrie. It originally aired as a radio series on BBC Radio 4 broadcast between 1 November 1988 and 23 July 1992. The radio series consisted of four series and a Christmas special broadcast in 1992 with a total of 31 episodes. The radio scripts were used for the television series on ITV. The fifth series was considered weaker than the first four series; it was the only series not to be based on the original radio scripts. Second thoughts ended on 14 October 1994, but has since been repeated on ITV3. The original radio series is often replayed on BBC7.
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Episodes

15 episodes · October 1992 – February 1993
  1. Episode 1: 1. Sleeping PartnerOctober 18, 1992 · 30 min
    While collecting her daughter from university, Faith is shocked to discover that Hannah has been sleeping with her boyfriend.
  2. Episode 2: 2. Youth and ConsequencesOctober 25, 1992 · 30 min
    What with Bill worrying about his image and Hilary's new toy boy, Faith is beginning to feel old.
  3. Episode 3: 3. Vice PrincipleNovember 1, 1992 · 30 min
    Bill decides to work on ideas for a new magazine at home for a week. But with Faith working there as well, there are problems abound.
  4. Episode 4: 4. Double BookedNovember 8, 1992 · 30 min
    Faith and Bill spend a night away from home in a nearby hotel in the hope of a romantic break.
  5. Episode 5: 5. Is Everybody Happy?November 15, 1992 · 30 min
    Bill is fed up with Joe being inconsiderate, and Faith contrives to reunite Richard and Marjorie.
  6. Episode 6: 6. Occupational HazardNovember 22, 1992 · 30 min
    Faith is looking forward to having a holiday with Bill, but her plans may have to be put on hold when news of Bill's new business venture comes through.
Show 9 more episodes
  1. Episode 7: 7. Hello, GoodbyeNovember 29, 1992 · 30 min
    When Faith finds out Bill is coming home for a few days, she plans a romantic weekend for them both.
  2. Episode 8: 8. Labour of LoveDecember 13, 1992 · 30 min
    Now redundant, Bill decides on a complete change of career, starting with a bit of DIY.
  3. Episode 9: 9. Short ChangeDecember 20, 1992 · 30 min
    Faith asks Richard to give Bill his job back, while Bill is considering moving upmarket.
  4. Episode 10: 10. Sobering ThoughtsJanuary 8, 1993 · 30 min
    Liza has been appointed editor of Vista, much to Bill's dismay. Meanwhile, Richard seems to have found a new vocation in life.
  5. Episode 11: 11. Old ProblemJanuary 15, 1993 · 30 min
    Liza gets taken in, Joe gets a job, and Bill gets a year older.
  6. Episode 12: 12. HeartburnJanuary 22, 1993 · 30 min
    Bill's doctor advises him to relax, but with Hannah having boyfriend troubles, it's not that simple.
  7. Episode 13: 13. Faint PossibilityJanuary 29, 1993 · 30 min
    Hannah's fainting in the wine bar causes Richard to set Bill thinking about what may be the cause of it.
  8. Episode 14: 14. Otherwise EngagedFebruary 5, 1993 · 30 min
    Everyone is dismayed by Joe's decision to marry Louise. Could an old face from the past change his mind?
  9. Episode 15: 15. Management DecisionFebruary 12, 1993 · 30 min
    Bill and Faith's relationship is going through a sticky patch. Matters aren't helped when he and Liza are sent on a management training course in Wales.

Credits

Film and series details

EPISODE LENGTH
30 minutes
FIRST AIRED
May 3, 1991
LAST AIRED
October 14, 1994

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