Fortysomething
A middle-aged man losing his edge... and his grip!
Limited Series 2003 · 6 eps · ★ 7.5 · Comedy
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A middle-aged doctor in Putney juggles family issues and mid-life woes when he suddenly develops the ability to hear others' thoughts.
Directed by Hugh Laurie
Network: STV
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Hugh Laurie Paul Slippery -
Anna Chancellor Estelle Slippery -
Benedict Cumberbatch Rory Slippery -
Joe Van Moyland Edwin Slippery - N Neil Henry Daniel Slippery
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Peter Capaldi Dr. Ronnie Pilfrey -
Lolita Chakrabarti Dr. Surinder Dhillon -
Sheila Hancock Gwendolen Hartley -
Emma Ferguson Laura Proek -
Siobhan Hewlett Lucy Proek -
Stephen Fry Derek -
William Laurie Boy at Boat
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