A Fine Romance

A Fine Romance (1989)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy, Romance

The adventures of Louisa Phillips and Michael Trent, onetime husband and wife and former cohosts of a television travel show called Ticket to Ride.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08It's Just the Gypsy in My SoulMärz 2, 1989
S01E07A Yank and the RAFFeb. 23, 1989
S01E06The Day of the Third, Thin, Wrong Woman Who Knew All Too Much About EveFeb. 16, 1989
S01E05Below SuspicionFeb. 9, 1989
S01E04Absence of ChaliceFeb. 2, 1989
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did A Fine Romance premiere?

A Fine Romance premiered on January 18, 1989.

Who were the main stars of A Fine Romance?

The main stars of A Fine Romance were Judi Dench and Michael Williams.

What was the plot of A Fine Romance?

A Fine Romance was a romantic sitcom that followed the lives of Laura Dalton (Judi Dench) and Mike Selway (Michael Williams), two middle-aged divorcees who meet while on holiday in the English countryside and fall in love.

Who created A Fine Romance?

A Fine Romance was created by Bob Larbey.

How many episodes of A Fine Romance were produced?

A total of 26 episodes of A Fine Romance were produced.

Where was A Fine Romance primarily filmed?

A Fine Romance was primarily filmed in the English countryside.

Was A Fine Romance well-received by critics?

Reception for A Fine Romance was mixed, with some critics praising the cast but criticizing the writing.

Did A Fine Romance win any awards?

A Fine Romance was nominated for a BAFTA award for Best Light Entertainment Programme in 1989.

Was A Fine Romance released on DVD?

Yes, A Fine Romance was released on DVD in 2012.

Who directed the episodes of A Fine Romance?

A Fine Romance was directed by Graham Evans.

Did A Fine Romance feature any notable guest stars?

Yes, several notable guest stars appeared on A Fine Romance throughout its run, including Joan Sims, John Bird, and Stephanie Cole.

Was A Fine Romance broadcast outside of the UK?

Yes, A Fine Romance was broadcast in the United States on PBS.

What was the theme song for A Fine Romance?

The theme song for A Fine Romance was "Steady" by Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra.

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Also known as

  • Ticket to Ride (United States)

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