Playing the Field
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The on-the-field trials and tribulations and the off-the-field lives, loves and infidelities of 'The Castlefield Blues', an under funded, badly managed ladies football team from South Yorkshire in the north of England whose loyalty to the team, the game and each other far exceeds their chances of ever winning the championship.
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Season 1
Episode 1
Theresa Mullen is about to be married to her fiance Eddie Ryan, but things don't always turn out as you plan.
Episode 2
Theresa and Eddie have returned from their honeymoon in Cornwall and are looking forward to spending some time together in their new house, but when the arrive home they find that Theresa's father and brothers Matthew and Luke have let themselves in!
Episode 3
Shazza lives in Beaumont House, a residential home. Today is her 20th birthday and she is told it is about time she found somewhere else to live independently. Shazza is upset by this news and takes her usual pick me up of drugs and heads off to the training session.
Episode 4
Jo is taking the news that her mother is really Theresa badly. She refuses to speak to her as she cannot believe that such a big secret has been kept from her for 19 years. It is a week after Jo first heard the news and Theresa refuses to give up on her. The rest of the team know something is wrong but don't know what.
Episode 5
The team have returned from their match at London, but for Geraldine there is no cause for celebration. Dave knows all about her affair with Rick and confronts her. They end up in a heated argument when Geraldine in her anger goads Dave about Rick's sexual performance.
Episode 6
Geraldine and Dave are back together and are trying hard to make their relationship work. Eddie has a proposition for the Mullen family when he asks for their help to plan a surprise wedding for Theresa. On the day of the big match at Nottingham, Gary phones Gabby and tells her that her time off work has been canceled and they need her in. Gabby is furious, nothing is going to stop her playing after all the training she has done.
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Stream Playing the Field online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about drama series originally produced in English and released in 1998, it's earned a solid 5.3/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.
About Playing the Field
The on-the-field trials and tribulations and the off-the-field lives, loves and infidelities of 'The Castlefield Blues', an under funded, badly managed ladies football team from South Yorkshire in the north of England whose loyalty to the team, the game and each other far exceeds their chances of ever winning the championship. Across 5 seasons and 32 episodes, originally airing on BBC One.
Playing the Field Cast and Characters
The cast features Marsha Thomason (as Sharon Pearce), Gaynor Faye (as Holly Quinn), Debra Stephenson (as Diane Powell), Lorraine Ashbourne (as Geraldine Powell), and Lesley Sharp (as Theresa Mullen). Their performances are a major reason Playing the Field has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Playing the Field NowWhy People Are Watching Playing the Field
Playing the Field flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Playing the Field
Where can I watch Playing the Field online for free?
You can watch Playing the Field online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Playing the Field have?
Playing the Field has 32 episodes across 5 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Playing the Field good? What's the rating?
Playing the Field holds a 5.3/10 rating based on 7 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Playing the Field?
The main cast includes Marsha Thomason, Gaynor Faye, Debra Stephenson, and Lorraine Ashbourne, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Playing the Field available in English?
Yes — Playing the Field was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Playing the Field released?
Playing the Field first aired in 1998.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Playing the Field for free?
You can watch Playing the Field online for free on Bowood.TV. All 32 episodes across 5 seasons 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 Playing the Field have?
Playing the Field currently has 5 seasons and a total of 32 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 Playing the Field about?
The on-the-field trials and tribulations and the off-the-field lives, loves and infidelities of 'The Castlefield Blues', an under funded, badly managed ladies football team from South Yorkshire in the north of England whose loyalty to the team, the game and each other far exceeds their chances of ever winning the ch… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Playing the Field originally available?
Playing the Field 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 Playing the Field first released?
Playing the Field first premiered on March 8, 1998 (1998). The series has since concluded its run.
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