| After the dramatic and sudden death of Linda's husband Micky, childhood friends Linda, Sue and Gail find themselves back together again. Each has their own problems to face; from a looming divorce from the husband she still loves and the loss of a high-powered job through age discrimination, to juggling the endless responsibilities of their grandchildren and aging mothers. |
| Name | Character | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Zoë Wanamaker | Gail | 6 |
| Phyllis Logan | Linda | 6 |
| Anthony Stewart Head | John | 6 |
| Miranda Richardson | Sue | 6 |
| Matthew Lewis | Tom | 5 |