Shabby Tiger

Manchester millionaire's son Nick Faunt leaves home at the height of the Depression to become an artist. When he meets Irish serving girl Anna Fitzgerald, a strange love story begins.

Drama

Seasons

1. A Wife in Water Colours

Air Date: 1973-07-11

A seven-part serial adapted from Howard Spring's novel about life in England in the 1930s. The story centers on the relationship between a young artist and a fiery Irish girl, who meet by chance in the countryside.

2. A Jealous Mistress

Air Date: 1973-07-18

A proposition from Nick—to live with him in Manchester—and a proposal of marriage from Jacob confront Anna.

3. Beggars at a Banquet

Air Date: 1973-07-25

Tension between Nick and his friend Anton mars a party for the artistic community. When Nick leaves, Anna is courted by another man.

4. To Escape from Ourselves

Air Date: 1973-08-01

Already distraught, Anna arrives home to a tableau of intimacy between Nick and Rachel.

5. Strawberries and Champagne

Air Date: 1973-08-08

Rachel, ambitious to marry well, meets Nick's millionaire father in a hotel lounge.

6. The Mirror of Reason

Air Date: 1973-08-15

The relationships between Nick and Anna, Rachel and Sir George are tested.

7. The Final Gamble

Air Date: 1973-08-22

Anna and Nick take wedding vows and Rachel determines to pursue her career.

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Rating

10.0/10

Release Date

1973-07-11

Episodes

7 (1 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Production Companies

Granada Television