Agony
Agony is a British sitcom produced by LWT for ITV, broadcast from 1979 to 1981. It stars Maureen Lipman as successful agony aunt Jane Lucas, whose own personal life and marriage is a disaster. It was written by Len Richmond, Anna Raeburn, Stan Hey and Andrew Nickolds. Although a comedy, Agony sometimes dealt with taboo issues such as drug use, racism, abortion, interracial relationships, and swinging, and was the first British sitcom to portray a gay couple as non-camp, witty, intelligent and happy people. It also openly mocked the government, the ruling classes, and religion, and occasionally contained dark and dramatic storylines.
Created by: Anna Raeburn, Len Richmond
Cast: Maureen Lipman, Simon Williams, Maria Charles
Agony Synopsis
Agony (1979) holds a 6.6/10 audience rating on 1337x. The series spans 3 seasons with 20 episodes of compelling storytelling. As a Comedy and Drama series, it delivers gripping narratives and unforgettable moments. Created by Anna Raeburn and Len Richmond, the show brings a unique creative vision to the screen. The series features outstanding performances from Maureen Lipman, Simon Williams, Maria Charles, bringing complex characters to life. Originally aired on ITV1, the show has captivated audiences worldwide. The series has concluded its run. Agony is a British sitcom produced by LWT for ITV, broadcast from 1979 to 1981. It stars Maureen Lipman as successful agony aunt Jane Lucas, whose own personal life and marriage is a disaster. It was...
