Love for Lydia
“... A Fatal Obsession.”
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A story of the joy and sorrow of young love that recreates late 1920s and early 1930s England in exquisite detail, tracing heiress Lydia Aspen's evolution from bashful teen to wild jazz-age flapper.
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Part 1
Young reporter Edward Richardson despises his job at Evensford's small-town newspaper and longs to be a real writer. As he gazes out the window through a sudden fall of snow, he glimpses a young girl, dark-haired and pale, riding between the elderly Aspen sisters in the back of their chauffeur-driven Daimler. "She's the niece," his crotchety boss explains, "the one who will come into the money."
Part 2
Neglecting his job, Richardson sneaks away to go ice-skating with Lydia. Shy at first, she shows flashes of petulance as well as warmth. Richardson's friends Tom and Nancy Holland observe his growing infatuation with Lydia, and Richardson tells Alex, his rakish best friend, about her unsettling effect on him.
Part 3
As winter ends, Richardson and Lydia quarrel and part. He takes a new job as a clerk, vowing to write on his own, but he is too despondent to begin. Alex suggests a picnic for four in the country might be just the thing to lure Lydia out of the house and back into Richardson's life.
Part 4
Now sporting a stylish bob, Lydia grows bolder. Concerned about her niece's social isolation, Aunt Bertie urges Richardson to take Lydia to an upcoming charity dance and supplies the tickets for a party of six.
Part 5
Lydia finds the raucous Sunday tea at the Holland farm amusing. At first enthusiastic about going to society dances with Richardson and his friends, she soon tires of the stuffy respectability of the parties. Richardson fumes over Lydia's mesmerizing effect on his friends Tom and Alex and on Blackie, the gruff local who drives their hired car to the dances.
Part 6
Lydia finds the village dance exciting, but Richardson and Alex are put off by the rustic surroundings and Blackie's influence. After going off to drink, Richardson and Alex return to the dance to find their worst fears realized.
Part 7
All Evensford attends Lydia's grand 21st birthday party at the Aspen estate. Lydia is thrilled by the glamour of the party and the attention she receives from everyone. Lydia's admirers all want to make this a special occasion, none more than Richardson. Before the evening is out, spirits are dampened by disappointment and disaster.
Part 8
The morning after the party, Richardson is inconsolable, Blackie faces ruin and Alex senses an opportunity. After Lydia suffers a painful loss, the party of friends sets out for another dance with hopes of regaining their former high spirits.
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About Love for Lydia
“... A Fatal Obsession.”
A story of the joy and sorrow of young love that recreates late 1920s and early 1930s England in exquisite detail, tracing heiress Lydia Aspen's evolution from bashful teen to wild jazz-age flapper. Across 1 season and 13 episodes, originally airing on ITV1.
Love for Lydia Cast and Characters
The cast features Mel Martin (as Lydia Aspen), Jeremy Irons (as Alex Sanderson), Peter Davison (as Tom Holland), and Christopher Blake (as Richardson). Their performances are a major reason Love for Lydia has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Love for Lydia keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. 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.
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How many episodes does Love for Lydia have?
Love for Lydia has 13 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Love for Lydia good? What's the rating?
Love for Lydia holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Love for Lydia?
The main cast includes Mel Martin, Jeremy Irons, Peter Davison, and Christopher Blake.
Is Love for Lydia available in English?
Yes — Love for Lydia was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Love for Lydia released?
Love for Lydia first aired in 1977.
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Where can I watch Love for Lydia for free?
You can watch Love for Lydia online for free on Bowood.TV. All 13 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Love for Lydia have?
Love for Lydia currently has 1 season and a total of 13 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 Love for Lydia about?
A story of the joy and sorrow of young love that recreates late 1920s and early 1930s England in exquisite detail, tracing heiress Lydia Aspen's evolution from bashful teen to wild jazz-age flapper. It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Love for Lydia originally available?
Love for Lydia 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 Love for Lydia first released?
Love for Lydia first premiered on September 9, 1977 (1977). The series has since concluded its run.
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