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The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC
The Liver Birds

The Liver Birds

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1969 - 1996
  • 86 episodes (10 series)

Sitcom exploring the lives and loves of two young, single females sharing a flat together in Liverpool. Stars Nerys Hughes, Polly James, Elizabeth Estensen, Pauline Collins, Mollie Sugden and more.

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Series 10, Episode 6

When Sandra 's mother went into hospital Sandra had passionate nights with Rex in her home, but now Mrs Hutchinson is back, Sandra's life quickly reverts to normal. For Beryl there is some comfort when she gets a call from Gwyn, her runaway son; and Mrs Hennesey turns to God for her lottery numbers.

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 17th June 1996
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Nerys Hughes Sandra Hutchinson
Polly James Beryl Hennessey
Mollie Sugden Thelma Hutchinson
Michael Angelis Lucian
Lee Oakes Gwyn
Carmel McSharry Mrs Hennessey
Guest cast
Shiv Grewal Doctor
Mark Gough Squatter
Cameron Jack Squatter
Ian Tucker Squatter
Writing team
Carla Lane Writer
Production team
Angie De Chastelai Smith (as Angela de Chastelai Smith) Director
Philip Kampff Producer
Carla Lane Executive Producer
Geoffrey Perkins Executive Producer
Mark Lawrence Editor
John Asbridge Production Designer
Judy Loe Casting Director
Yves Barre Costume Designer
Diane Chenery-Wickens (as Diane Wickens) Make-up Designer
Graham Rimmington Lighting Designer
Andy Carroll Graphics
Christine Gernon 1st Assistant Director

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