TV series

Growing Pains

Name: Growing Pains
Released: 1992
Cast: Ray Brooks, Sharon Duce, Tat Whalley, Rosie Marcel, Peter Lloyd

1992–1993· 2 seasons· 50 min episodes★ 7.0Ended

On BBC One — From BBC

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Synopsis

Pat Hollingsworth fancies the idea of fostering. But can she convert her husband Tom and their three teenage children to her way of thinking?

Themes

sitcom foster care middle aged couple drama comedy

Episodes

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E1 Steppin' OutNext upMay 16, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
When Pat Hollingsworth decides she wants to start fostering, she faces a hostile response from her family, particularly from husband Tom, who was looking forward to enjoying a peaceful middle age, pursuing his lifelong obsession with old Hollywood musicals.
Guest stars: Liza Sadovy (Sonia), George Russo (Gary 'Smurf' Barton), Lesley Clare O'Neill (Shirley Barton), Bianca Lassman (Kathy Barton), Margaret Jackman (Mrs Pickles), Pete Lee-Wilson (Clive), Ben Lassman (Colin)
E2 Rock a Bye Your BabyMay 23, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
Tom feels he's losing his grip now that the foster children are firmly in residence. "Smurf" is falling out with Simon, Kathy is eating everything except food, and baby Colin likes unravelling Tom's favourite cassette. Their dogs are giving Pat asthma, and the children all wet the bed every night.
Guest stars: Liza Sadovy (Sonia), George Russo (Gary 'Smurf' Barton), Lesley Clare O'Neill (Shirley Barton), Bianca Lassman (Kathy Barton), Martin Smith (Mr Williams), Mark Chapman (Customer)
E3 Let's Face the MusicMay 30, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
Tom and Pat are both worried that their in-depth interview will reveal secrets from their past.
Guest stars: Peter Cleall (Roy), George Russo (Gary 'Smurf' Barton), Lesley Clare O'Neill (Shirley Barton), Bianca Lassman (Kathy Barton), Richard Morant (James Turner), Cookie Weymouth (Diane Turner), Lisa Butler (Charlotte Turner), Tara Shaw (Cindy Lawrence)
E4 Dearly BelovedJun 6, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
The arrival of adorable toddler Abigail causes heartache, and Mark's first love affair causes headaches.
Guest stars: Peter Cleall (Roy)
E5 Better Luck Next TimeJun 13, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
The Hollingsworths hear some distressing news about Abigail's mother; Tom discovers that his real father is alive; and Pat finds she has an ally in her attractive boss Andy.
Guest stars: Peter Cleall (Roy)
E6 The Lady and the TrampJun 20, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
The Hollingsworths are fazed by the arrival of Mercedes, a sophisticated 11-year-old.
Guest stars: Peter Cleall (Roy)
E7 Put On a Happy FaceJun 27, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
Pat never wanted to foster a teenager and when Tom agrees to take on 13-year-old Jason, her worst fears are confirmed.
Guest stars: Sean Maguire (Jason Begley)
E8 The Ugly DucklingJul 4, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
Tom's enthusiasm for the school fun-run is not shared by Pat and the children.
Guest stars: Sean Maguire (Jason Begley)
E9 It Only Happens When I Dance with YouJul 11, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
Pat is worried about how much Andy is confiding in her. Jason's mother turns up saying she wants him back.
Guest stars: Sean Maguire (Jason Begley)
E10 I'm Old Fashioned ...Jul 18, 1992 · 50 min
Synopsis
On their romantic weekend, Pat and Tom become close again.
Guest stars: Sean Maguire (Jason Begley), David McAlister (Matthew)