Fortysomething

Overview

Set in Putney, a middle-aged doctor grapples with the complexities of family life and his own mid-life crisis. His world takes a surreal turn when he gains the unexpected power to hear the thoughts of those around him. As he navigates the challenges of his career and personal relationships, this newfound ability brings both humor and insight, forcing him to confront unspoken truths and hidden desires among his family and friends. Balancing comedy and drama, the show explores the chaos and revelations of life at forty.

Episodes

• 1

  Pilot

  Title: Pilot Plot: In a west London neighborhood, Paul Slippery, a GP bogged down by bureaucracy and his own sexual frustrations, grapples with jealo...

  Jun 29, 2003
• 2

  Episode Two

  Paul assures Estelle that he will prepare a romantic dinner, but struggles to clear the house of distractions. When Estelle's boss requests that she t...

  Jul 06, 2003
• 3

  Episode Three

  Paul is consumed by paranoia. Meanwhile, Dr. Pilfrey is preoccupied with sending affectionate emails to Paul's wife, Estelle. Unbeknownst to Paul, his...

  Jul 13, 2003
• 4

  Episode Four

  Edwin persuades Paul to purchase a love potion, believing it will help him win over Estelle, but instead, it backfires spectacularly. Desperate to men...

  Jul 20, 2003
• 5

  Episode Five

  Paul begins to suspect that Estelle is cheating on him, leading him to accidentally attend an AA meeting. His unexpected presence there causes everyon...

  Jul 27, 2003
• 6

  Episode Six

  Paul begins to hear voices once more, causing distress for Estelle, who is still frustrated that they haven't been intimate. Meanwhile, Gwendolen prov...

  Aug 09, 2003