Rich Tea and Sympathy
TV series
Rich Tea and Sympathy
1991, English, on ITV1. Created by David Nobbs.
Divorced single mother Julia Merrygrove works as a local councillor whilst also holding down a job in a biscuit factory. She begins an affair with George Rudge, her opposite number on the council.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 1991
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Latest episode
S1 E6: Episode Six
Aired 9 August 1991
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- David NobbsCreator
- Patricia HodgeJulia Merrygrove · 6 ep
- Denis QuilleyGeorge Rudge · 6 ep
- Lionel JeffriesGrandpa Rudge · 6 ep
- Jean AlexanderGranny Trellis · 6 ep
- Ray LonnenSteve Merrygrove · 6 ep
- Claudia BryanSamantha Merrygrove · 6 ep
- Jason FlemyngJohn Merrygrove · 6 ep
- Chris GarnerWarren Rudge · 6 ep
- Lorraine AshbourneKaren Rudge · 6 ep
- Sara GriffithsTracey Rudge · 6 ep
- James WarriorColin Pink · 6 ep
- Anne ReidSally · 6 ep
Details
- First aired
- 5 July 1991
- Last aired
- 9 August 1991
- Network
- ITV1
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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Rich Tea and Sympathy: quick answers
Is Rich Tea and Sympathy worth watching?
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How many seasons of Rich Tea and Sympathy are there?
Rich Tea and Sympathy has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is Rich Tea and Sympathy finished?
Yes. Rich Tea and Sympathy ended in 1991, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Rich Tea and Sympathy on?
Rich Tea and Sympathy isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
Rich Tea and Sympathy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Rich Tea and Sympathy?
If you liked Rich Tea and Sympathy, try Who's the Boss?, One Day at a Time, Son of a Critch.
Who created Rich Tea and Sympathy?
Rich Tea and Sympathy was created by David Nobbs and stars Patricia Hodge, Denis Quilley, Lionel Jeffries.