Marriage Lines

Marriage Lines (1963-1966)

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Marriage Lines is a British television sitcom first broadcast between 1963 and 1966. The series gave Richard Briers and Prunella Scales, its lead stars, a significant boost in their careers. George and Kate Starling are a newly married couple, and the comedy came from many ordinary domestic situations. George was a junior clerk in an office and wanted the public house camaraderie of the single men in his office, while Kate gets increasingly frustrated by her domestic duties. In the third series, Kate gives birth to a daughter Helen. The last episode of the fourth series, Goodbye George – Goodbye Kate, showed the couple going to live in Lagos, Nigeria because of George's jobs. This was meant to be the last episode, however a fifth series was commissioned. The Starlings' returned to England as Kate was pregnant again, and gave birth in the final episode.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 19:30 (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E07And Then There Were FiveJun 3, 1966
S05E06First HouseMay 27, 1966
S05E03Home MarketMay 6, 1966
S05E02Back To The BeginningApr 29, 1966
S05E01The New StartApr 22, 1966
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Marriage Lines' premiere?

'Marriage Lines' premiered on May 2, 1963.

Who starred as the couple in 'Marriage Lines'?

Richard Briers and Prunella Scales played the couple George and Kate Starling in 'Marriage Lines'.

What was the setting of 'Marriage Lines'?

'Marriage Lines' was set in London, England.

What was the premise of 'Marriage Lines'?

'Marriage Lines' followed the newlywed couple, George and Kate Starling, as they navigated the ups and downs of married life.

Who created 'Marriage Lines'?

Richard Waring created and wrote 'Marriage Lines'.

What other TV shows did Richard Briers and Prunella Scales star in together?

Richard Briers and Prunella Scales also starred together in 'Doctor Who' and 'Fawlty Towers'.

How many episodes of 'Marriage Lines' were produced?

A total of 26 episodes of 'Marriage Lines' were produced.

What year did the final episode of 'Marriage Lines' air?

The final episode of 'Marriage Lines' aired in 1966.

Who directed 'Marriage Lines'?

Christopher Barry directed many episodes of 'Marriage Lines'.

Was 'Marriage Lines' well-received by audiences and critics alike?

Yes, 'Marriage Lines' was praised for its writing, performances, and relatable premise.

Did 'Marriage Lines' win any awards?

No, 'Marriage Lines' did not win any major awards.

Was 'Marriage Lines' a popular show at the time?

Yes, 'Marriage Lines' was popular and garnered a considerable following.

What other TV shows did Richard Waring create?

Richard Waring also created 'The Rag Trade' and 'Doctor in the House'.

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