"The Life and Loves of a She-Devil" (1986) TV series

Seasons:

1

Release Date:

8 October 1986 (UK)

Genre:

Drama

Plot:

Ruth has everything. A large, warty body, a standard house in the suburbs, two whiney children, a dog...

Plot Keywords:

Accountant | Nurse | Human Relationship | Psychological Drama | Revenge

Awards:

4 wins & 5 nominations

Cast

Dennis Waterman	...	Bobbo (4 episodes, 1986)
Patricia Hodge	...	Mary Fisher (4 episodes, 1986)
Julie T. Wallace	...	Ruth (4 episodes, 1986)
Paul Herzberg	...	Garcia (4 episodes, 1986)
Caroline Butler	...	Nicola (4 episodes, 1986)
Christopher Mossford	...	Andy (4 episodes, 1986)
Liz Smith	...	Mrs. Fisher (3 episodes, 1986)
Noel Dyson	...	Brenda (2 episodes, 1986)
John Bluthal	...	Angus (2 episodes, 1986)
Stephen Greif	...	Dr. Ghengis (2 episodes, 1986)
Miriam Margolyes	...	Nurse Hopkins (2 episodes, 1986)
John Rowe	...	Dr. Rohn (2 episodes, 1986)

Runtime:

229 min (4 parts)

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Sound Mix:

Mono

Certification:

UK:15

Filming Locations:

Beachy Head, East Sussex, England, UK

Company:

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Movie Connections:

Version of She-Devil (1989)

Soundtrack:

Marriage of Figaro

Brilliant venomous black comedy

I would argue that this work ranks as one of the best made-for-television mini-series ever; its just a stunner, and great great fun. And definitely made for adults! The fatal flaw in the story is that it ultimately makes absolutely no sense for the strong-willed and capable lead character to be in such relentless pursuit to repossess an ex-spouse who clearly isn't worth anything, but its a wild ride while it lasts. I am so happy that I taped it :)