Hospital drama set in London during the early 1960s, following the staff of a busy gynecology ward at a time when abortion is illegal and the contraceptive pill is only just becoming available to married women.
Episodio #1.1Otto Powell is summoned to the hospital's theatre where Richard Truscott, is about to make a rather serious mistake. Otto and his ever-faithful anaesthetist Charlie Enderbury have been called out for a private operation.
Episodio #1.2
E2
Episodio #1.2Richard discovers Jean's deception over the miscarriage. Otto's fascination for Angela continues, but she is uncomfortable about being pursued by a married man.
Episodio #1.3
E3
Episodio #1.3Charlie is anxious and distracted after a brush with the law which could have serious consequences. Elizabeth attempts to reason with Mulligan.
Episodio #1.4
E4
Episodio #1.4Otto asks Angela to accompany him on an overnight visit to a cottage hospital in Dorset. Mulligan makes his proposal to Elizabeth.
Episodio #1.5
E5
Episodio #1.5Angela gets a cruel reminder that Otto is married and Elizabeth feels powerless against Mulligan.
Episodio #1.6
E6
Episodio #1.6After meeting him, Otto realises the extent of Mulligan's obsession and determination. Elizabeth confesses what has been going on and they hatch a plan.
