Fortysomething
“A middle-aged man losing his edge... and his grip!”
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About
A middle-aged doctor in Putney juggles family issues and mid-life woes when he suddenly develops the ability to hear others' thoughts.
Cast
Hugh Laurie
as Paul Slippery
Anna Chancellor
as Estelle Slippery
Benedict Cumberbatch
as Rory Slippery
Joe Van Moyland
as Edwin Slippery
Neil Henry
as Daniel Slippery
Peter Capaldi
as Dr. Ronnie Pilfrey
Lolita Chakrabarti
as Dr. Surinder Dhillon
Sheila Hancock
as Gwendolen Hartley
Emma Ferguson
as Laura Proek
Siobhan Hewlett
as Lucy Proek
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
Pilot
Set in the west London suburb of Putney. Paul Slippery a sexually frustrated, red-tape wrapped GP is jealous of his three promiscuous teenage sons – Rory, Jack and Edwin – and thinks his wife Estelle may be having a lesbian affair.
Episode Two
Paul promises Estelle that he will cook a romantic meal, but has difficulty getting everyone out of the house. When Estelle's boss asks her to take Pilfrey out to lunch, Paul jumps to the wrong conclusion.
Episode Three
Paul is feeling paranoid. Dr Pilfrey is busy sending love e-mails to Paul's wife, Estelle, and Paul's youngest son Edwin has been forging encouraging replies.
Episode Four
Edwin makes Paul buy from him a love potion which makes Paul thinks that it will help him to have sex with Estelle but gains the opposite resault. In attempt to reconcil with her he sneaks into a lecture that Estelle is having for women. Also, Laura and Lucy introduce Woj to Edwin.
Episode Five
Paul suspects Estelle is having an affair which makes him getting himself by mistake to an AA meeting which makes everyone to think that he is an alcoholic.
Episode Six
Paul starts hearing voices again, Estelle is upset - and they still haven't had sex. Gwendolen offers Estelle somewhere to stay while she sorts herself out. And Pilfrey hypnotises Paul to make chicken noises whenever he is sexually aroused. Written by Nigel Williams.
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About Fortysomething
“A middle-aged man losing his edge... and his grip!”
A middle-aged doctor in Putney juggles family issues and mid-life woes when he suddenly develops the ability to hear others' thoughts. Across 1 season and 6 episodes, originally airing on STV.
Fortysomething Cast and Characters
The cast features Hugh Laurie (as Paul Slippery), Anna Chancellor (as Estelle Slippery), Benedict Cumberbatch (as Rory Slippery), Joe Van Moyland (as Edwin Slippery), and Neil Henry (as Daniel Slippery). Their performances are a major reason Fortysomething has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Fortysomething NowWhy People Are Watching Fortysomething
There's a reason Fortysomething keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fortysomething
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How many episodes does Fortysomething have?
Fortysomething has 6 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Fortysomething good? What's the rating?
Fortysomething holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 31 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Fortysomething?
The main cast includes Hugh Laurie, Anna Chancellor, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Joe Van Moyland, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Fortysomething available in English?
Yes — Fortysomething was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Fortysomething released?
Fortysomething first aired in 2003.
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How many seasons and episodes does Fortysomething have?
Fortysomething currently has 1 season and a total of 6 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Fortysomething about?
A middle-aged doctor in Putney juggles family issues and mid-life woes when he suddenly develops the ability to hear others' thoughts. It belongs to the Comedy genre.
In which language is Fortysomething originally available?
Fortysomething was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Fortysomething first released?
Fortysomething first premiered on June 29, 2003 (2003). The series has since concluded its run.
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