Just Good Friends

Just Good Friends (1983-1986)

EndedScripted showComedy

Paul Nicholas plays Vince Pinner, an East End bookmaker, who thinks he is Gods gift to women, and Penny Warender, a up market girl from Chipping Ongar. Wonderful casting of the central charatures, but the show is stolen by Ann Lynn and Sylvia Kay who play Vince and Penny's mothers.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E07The WeddingDez. 25, 1986
S03E06Employment ProspectsDez. 18, 1986
S03E05The WitnessDez. 11, 1986
S03E04JuanitaDez. 4, 1986
S03E03Meeting by ChanceNov. 27, 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Just Good Friends' premiere?

'Just Good Friends' premiered on September 22, 1983.

Who played Vince Pinner in 'Just Good Friends'?

Paul Nicholas played the role of Vince Pinner in 'Just Good Friends'.

Who played Penny Warrender in 'Just Good Friends'?

Jan Francis played the role of Penny Warrender in 'Just Good Friends'.

What was the premise of 'Just Good Friends'?

'Just Good Friends' was a romantic comedy about the on-again, off-again relationship between Vince Pinner and Penny Warrender, who were childhood sweethearts.

What was the setting of 'Just Good Friends'?

'Just Good Friends' was set in London.

Who created 'Just Good Friends'?

'Just Good Friends' was created by John Sullivan.

Who directed the majority of episodes of 'Just Good Friends'?

Most episodes of 'Just Good Friends' were directed by Ray Butt.

Did Jan Francis earn any awards for her performance in 'Just Good Friends'?

Yes, Jan Francis won the Television and Radio Industries Club Award for Best Actress in a TV Comedy in 1985 for her role in 'Just Good Friends'.

Was 'Just Good Friends' a popular show during its time?

Yes, 'Just Good Friends' was a popular show during its time, and it was often among the top-rated programs on BBC.

Did 'Just Good Friends' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'Just Good Friends' had a laugh track.

How many episodes were there in total of 'Just Good Friends'?

There were a total of 22 episodes of 'Just Good Friends' over three seasons.

When was the third season of 'Just Good Friends' aired?

The third season of 'Just Good Friends' aired in 1986.

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