A Fine Romance

1981·Show
26Episodes in4Seasons
62
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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Funny, strong craft, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace3
  • Tension1
  • Spectacle1

Heart

Heartwarming and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Cringe Humor4

World

Everyday modern life and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

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About

A Fine Romance is a British situation comedy starring husband-and-wife team Judi Dench and Michael Williams. Dench's sister was played by Susan Penhaligon. It was produced by London Weekend Television and written by Bob Larbey. It was first broadcast on 8 November 1981. It lasted for 26 episodes over four series; the final episode being broadcast on 17 February 1984. The series takes its name from a song in the 1936 film Swing Time, starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, which Dench recorded as the theme music. The series was nominated for nine BAFTA British Academy Television Awards and a winner of two, both for Dench's performance in 1982 and 1985.
Classic British SitcomCharacter-Driven ComedyWholesome RomanceAward-Winning PerformancesWitty DialogueDomestic CharmGentle HumorEndearing RelationshipsTimeless Feel

Crew

Directed by:
James Cellan Jones
Produced by:
James Cellan Jones

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream A Fine Romance legally?

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Is A Fine Romance worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does A Fine Romance have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 26 episodes.

When did A Fine Romance air?

It ran from 1981 to 1984 and has ended.

What language is A Fine Romance in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch A Fine Romance?

2GBUS

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