Happy Families

S01E02·January 19, 1999·1h·BBC One

Nick Jordan is put to the test when he is the only cardio-thoracic surgeon available to perform an urgent operation.

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Guest stars

Julie Saundersas Ellie Sharpe

Karen Fordas Mr. Fallon

Simon Molloyas Mr. Fallon

Jan Andersonas Nurse Chloe Hill

Vincenzo Pellegrinoas 'Sunny' Sunderland

Joanna Kirklandas Nicola Fallon

Robert Hamiltonas Jim Livingstone

Amerjit Deuas Anaesthetist

Anny Tobinas Cath Livingstone

Keeley Forsythas Rachel Livingstone

Ian Stantonas Dougie O'Donnell

Nigel DouglasDirector

Joe TurnerWriter

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