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Set in and around the Manchester 'scene', this groundbreaking Channel 4 drama written by Russell T Davies, documents the lives and loves of three young gay men: Stuart, Vince and Nathan.
Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
Death and RemembranceStuart and Vince go to Phil's funeral where they meet up with numerous friends including his accountant Cameron Roberts, and come face to face with his mother's grief. - 02
It Happened One NightStuart and Vince, on a wild night out, are pursued by Nathan and Rosalie, and Phil makes a new friend… with deadly consequences. - 03
Married... with ChildrenStuart and Marie visit their parents, and Vince introduces Cameron to his mum. Meanwhile, Stuart has a violent confrontation with Nathan's father.
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Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Meeting People is EasyFebruary 23, 1999Stuart and Vince, stalwarts of the Manchester gay scene, are out on the pull in Canal Street. - S01E02
Unfinished BusinessMarch 2, 1999Stuart pursues a client, Vince (not ‘out' at work) is pursued by the new girl and Nathan, verging on obsession, is desperate to find Stuart - S01E03
It Happened One NightMarch 9, 1999Stuart and Vince, on a wild night out, are pursued by Nathan and Rosalie, and Phil makes a new friend… with deadly consequences. - S01E04
Season's bestDeath and RemembranceMarch 16, 1999Stuart and Vince go to Phil's funeral where they meet up with numerous friends including his accountant Cameron Roberts, and come face to fa - S01E05
Constant CravingMarch 23, 1999Stuart makes some new friends, while Nathan's behaviour makes Hazel furious and Janice desperate. - S01E06
Married... with ChildrenMarch 30, 1999Stuart and Marie visit their parents, and Vince introduces Cameron to his mum. Meanwhile, Stuart has a violent confrontation with Nathan's f - S01E07
That's What Friends Are ForApril 6, 1999Stuart throws a surprise party for Vince's 30th birthday, and becomes implicated in a dubious plan to discredit Romey's potential husband La - S01E08
Crimes of the HeartApril 13, 1999Vince is petrified that Rosalie has revealed his secret. Stuart experiences rejection for the first time. And Cameron declares his love to V
Season02
- S02E01Out of the Closet, Into the FireFebruary 15, 2000Vince's love for Stuart remains unrequited, but the sexual buzz between them is becoming irresistible. Stuart is forced to out himself to hi
- S02E02End of the RoadFebruary 22, 2000When Alexander's parents turn on him, Stuart's anger puts him on the wrong side of the law. Vince is up for a promotion at work, while one o
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