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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 8, Episode 3 - You've No Idea What I've Been Through

While Sandra's romance continues at the kennels, Carol is certain of the imminent demise of her mother as she has been seen visiting a specialist in Rodney Street - the Harley Street of Liverpool!

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 7th October 1977
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Nerys Hughes Sandra Hutchinson
Elizabeth Estensen Carol Boswell
Mollie Sugden Thelma Hutchinson
Michael Angelis Lucian
Ray Dunbobbin (as Ray Dundobbin) Mr Boswell
Jack Le White Grandad
Carmel McSharry Mrs Boswell
Tom Chadbon Derek Paynton
Guest cast
Joyce Grundy Lady on the Bus
Writing team
Carla Lane Writer
Production team
Roger Race Producer
Antony Thorpe Production Designer

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