Series synopsis
Single Father is a British drama television series that premiered on BBC One on October 10, 2010. It ended on October 31, 2010. It was created by Mick Ford. It stars David Tennant, Suranne Jones, Millie Innes and Chris Hegarty.
Dave is facing the seemingly impossible job of bringing up four kids alone after the sudden death of his wife. And things get even more complicated when he falls in love with his wife's best friend, Sarah. Single Father asks how soon is too soon to fall in love again?
Premise
Dave is facing the seemingly impossible job of bringing up four kids alone after the sudden death of his wife. And things get even more complicated when he falls in love with his wife's best friend, Sarah. Single Father asks how soon is too soon to fall in love again?
Premise: Is there life after loss?
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- David Tennant as Dave
- Suranne Jones as Sarah
- Millie Innes as Evie
- Chris Hegarty as Paul
- Robert Dickson as Ewan
- Warren Brown as Matt
- Neve McIntosh as Anna
- Mark Heap as Robin
Supporting cast
- Laura Fraser as Rita
- Isla Blair as Beatty
- Jenni Keenan-Green as Michelle
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | October 10, 2010 | October 31, 2010 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 When Dave's wife Rita dies suddenly, he finds himself a single father to their four children. Rita's best friend Sarah is also devastated, but offers support to Dave and the family. In the midst of their shared grief, events take a turn that neither Dave nor Sarah could have ever predicted. |
October 10, 2010 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Dave and Sarah are shocked by their passionate kiss; what did it mean? Dave takes refuge in tracking down Lucy's father but uncovers more than he bargained for, and the discovery sparks a course of action that has repercussions for everyone. |
October 17, 2010 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 What exactly did Evie see when she caught Dave and Sarah in bed, and will she tell anyone? Dave has to take Lucy to meet her real father, and Sarah gives Dave an ultimatum that forces him to confront his greatest fear. |
October 24, 2010 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 10, 2010 |
| Last aired | October 31, 2010 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 21:00:00 |