Partners. Image shows from L to R: Diana Bannister (Mel Martin), Rupert Bannister (Derek Waring). Copyright: BBC
Partners

Partners

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1981
  • 6 episodes (1 series)

With a divorce looming, Rupert has to find a way to retrieve the shares he gave to his wife on their wedding night. Stars Derek Waring, Mel Martin, Elizabeth Counsell, Derek Francis, Jacqueline Clarke and more.

Key details

Genre
Sitcom
Broadcast
1981
Channel
BBC One
Episodes
6 (1 series)
Stars
Derek Waring, Mel Martin, Elizabeth Counsell, Derek Francis, Jacqueline Clarke, Carmel Cryan and Paul Daneman
Writer
Richard Waring
Director
Harold Snoad
Producer
Harold Snoad
Company

When a high-powered financier becomes interested in investing in Bannister Bathroom Fittings, Rupert is extremely enthusiastic. His company has gone through a period of hardship during the last few years which has dealt a blow to his marriage as well. The only problem is the deal will not go through unless he can retrieve the shares he gave to his wife on their wedding night and, as they are about to be divorced, this could prove to be a major stumbling block.

Additional details

Production
Studio
Picture
Colour

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Broadcast details

First broadcast
Thursday 29th January 1981 at 8:30pm on BBC One

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