Breathless

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.

Drama

Seasons

1. Episode 1

Air Date: 2013-10-10

Otto 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.

2. Episode 2

Air Date: 2013-10-17

Richard discovers Jean's deception over the miscarriage. Otto's fascination for Angela continues, but she is uncomfortable about being pursued by a married man.

3. Episode 3

Air Date: 2013-10-24

Charlie is anxious and distracted after a brush with the law which could have serious consequences. Elizabeth attempts to reason with Mulligan.

4. Episode 4

Air Date: 2013-10-31

Otto asks Angela to accompany him on an overnight visit to a cottage hospital in Dorset. Mulligan makes his proposal to Elizabeth.

5. Episode 5

Air Date: 2013-11-07

Angela gets a cruel reminder that Otto is married and Elizabeth feels powerless against Mulligan.

6. Episode 6

Air Date: 2013-11-14

After meeting him, Otto realises the extent of Mulligan's obsession and determination. Elizabeth confesses what has been going on and they hatch a plan.

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