The Afternoon Play

Season 2

The Afternoon Play is a series of individual plays which sometimes appear on BBC One during weekday afternoons. The first series began on 27 January 2003, and as of 2008 there have been five series. Each play has a separate story and cast.
Where to Watch Season 2
5 Episodes
  • Venus and Mars
    E1
    Episode 1Venus and MarsOliver and Grace have been best friends for years. Everyone wonders why they have never been a couple, and suddenly, so do they. After a passionate weekend in the country, they attempt to go back to their normal lives, but Oliver's new fiancee has her own agenda. It is not long before both Oliver and Grace are forced to make life-changing decisions.
  • Sons, Daughters and Lovers
    E2
    Episode 2Sons, Daughters and LoversDivorced Hardy finds love with Kate whilst his son Ben falls for older woman Anna. But Anna is Kate's mother. The irony is that Hardy and Anna are made for each other, as are Ben and Kate.
  • Drive
    E3
    Episode 3DriveJulie is a 29-year-old temp with a steady boyfriend, but no direction. When she gets a contract at Sunshine Cars, she gets a new lease of life. Suddenly she is competing with the men, making changes and impressing the boss. But she may have to compromise to reach the top.
  • Viva Las Blackpool
    E4
    Episode 4Viva Las BlackpoolKathy's not taking divorce very well. But then things have become complicated by her ex-husband's new wife trying to bed her best friend's son and her daughter becoming difficult to handle.
  • Glasgow Dreams
    E5
    Episode 5Glasgow Dreams
 
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