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Marriage Lines. Image shows from L to R: George Starling (Richard Briers), Kate Starling (Prunella Scales). Copyright: BBC.

Marriage Lines

BBC One sitcom about a young married couple. 43 episodes (5 series), 1963 - 1966. Stars Richard Briers, Prunella Scales, Edward de Souza, Ronald Hines and Christine Finn.

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Cuckoo

With their first child on the way, Kate and George are increasingly arguing. He's worried about the money, whilst she's concerned with preparations. Visiting another couple does nothing to lighten the mood.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 5th January 1965
Time
8pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
25 minutes

Cast & crew

Regular cast
Richard Briers George Starling
Prunella Scales Kate Starling
Guest cast
Diana King George's Mother
Moray Watson Ronnie
Elvi Hale Midge
Sonia Graham Sarah Hamilton
Patrick O'Connell Henry Hamilton
Writing team
Richard Waring Writer
Production team
Robin Nash Director
Graeme Muir Producer
Graeme Muir Executive Producer
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