British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide
The Lovers. Image shows from L to R: Beryl (Paula Wilcox), Geoffrey (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: Granada Television
The Lovers

The Lovers (1970)

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1970 - 1971
  • 13 episodes (2 series)

Young and inexperienced couple Geoffrey & Beryl have differing views on what is acceptable before marriage. Stars Richard Beckinsale, Paula Wilcox, Joan Scott, Robin Nedwell and Alison King

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Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Black Lion Films Film

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Sex And The Sitcom. Copyright: Crocodile Media TV

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The Lovers!. Image shows from L to R: Beryl (Paula Wilcox), Geoffrey (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: Gildor Films Film

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