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Mixed Blessings is a British sitcom produced by LWT for broadcast on the ITV network between 1978 and 1980, It was created by comedy-writer Sid Green and starred Christopher Blake and Muriel Odunton. White Thomas Simpson and Black Susan Lambert are a young couple who wed without their families' knowledge, forcing them to navigate the challenges of introducing their families to their relationship. The show explores themes of cultural differences and family dynamics within the context of a mixed-race marriage.
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- E1 Welcome to the FamilyNext upMar 3, 1978 · 30 min
Synopsis
Thomas and Susan have married without letting their families know. They intend to inform both parties, but there's a surprise in store.
Guest stars: Gregory Munroe (Winston Lambert)
- E2 Your Place or Mine?Mar 10, 1978 · 30 min
Synopsis
Thomas and Susan are temporarily living with Aunt Dorothy, but need to find a permanent home. Their families take it upon themselves to determine where the newlyweds should stay.
Guest stars: Pauline Delaney (Mrs. Beasley), Gregory Munroe (Winston Lambert)
- E3 You Haven't Got Much, Have You?Mar 17, 1978 · 30 min
Synopsis
Susan and Thomas move into Dorothy's basement apartment, but have no furniture to speak of, their respective families take care of that.
Guest stars: Pauline Delaney (Mrs. Beasley), Tony Osoba (Uncle Charlie), Michael Robbins (Fred Fachetti)
- E4 Jobs for the BoysMar 24, 1978 · 30 min
Synopsis
Winston clashes with his father over his inability to get a job, Thomas also feels bad for relying on Susan to bring home the bread. William and Edward are both looking for staff, but will either boy be good enough?
Guest stars: Pauline Delaney (Mrs. Beasley), Gregory Munroe (Winston Lambert)
- E5 Happy Birthday, Dear FathersMar 31, 1978 · 30 min
Synopsis
While Susan bakes a cake, Thomas has gone out in search of a gift for Dad. Unfortunately for the couple, it soon becomes apparent that both of their fathers share the same birthday.
Guest stars: Pauline Delaney (Mrs. Beasley), Gregory Munroe (Winston Lambert)
- E6 We're Only Trying to HelpApr 7, 1978 · 30 min
Synopsis
Thomas ends up in bed with flu, prompting Annie to fuss over him. Later, when Susan returns home sick, Matilda arrives to look after her. Peace turns into chaos when Edward and William arrive after work for a homecooked meal.
Guest stars: Pauline Delaney (Mrs. Beasley), Gregory Munroe (Winston Lambert), Gyearbuor Asante (Dr. Morgan)
- E7 The House WarmingApr 14, 1978 · 30 min
Synopsis
Finally settled in, the young couple throw a housewarming party, inviting their friends and parents. However, Susan isn't amused to learn that Thomas has invited his ex and Susan's former roommate, Phyllis.
Guest stars: Pauline Delaney (Mrs. Beasley), Gregory Munroe (Winston Lambert), Elaine Donnelly (Phyllis), Floella Benjamin (Karen), Martin Gray (Malcolm), Paul Kember (Michael), Paul Barber (Man in Robe)
Cast & crew
Created by Sid Green
Christopher Blake
