Making Out
“Mancunian factory floor comedy drama”
Series Overview
Making Out is a British television series, shown by the BBC between 1989 and 1991. The series, created by Franc Roddam, written by Debbie Horsfield, mixed comedy and drama in its portrayal of the women who worked on the factory floor at New Lyne Electronics in Manchester, tackling the personal lives of the characters as well as wider issues of recession, redundancy and retrenchment as the factory goes through various crises and take-overs. The music for the series was composed by New Order. The main theme for the show is an adaptation of the song "Vanishing Point". There is a specific mix of this song called the Making Out Mix.
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3 Seasons • 24 Episodes
50 min per episode
1989 – 1991
Premiered: Fri, Jan 6, 1989
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 8: “Series 3, Episode 8”
Pauline is battling with her illness and, with the support of her colleagues, is determined to live as normal a life as possible. The chance to take part in the dance team is one she will not pass up, especially as Tommy Docherty is awarding the £2,000 prize. Queenie, is still struggling to admit the truth about her long-lost son- the child she had at 16. Carol May has won a three-year order worth £450,000 to the company, and is facing up to the reality of her husband Colin's breakdown and his return home. Norma is torn between her career and her girlfriend Trina, who is moving to London. Gordon is moving back with Donna, while Jill abandons her Swedish tennis ace for a more settled existence.
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Morris, Gillian Gilbert
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What is Making Out about?
Making Out is a British television series, shown by the BBC between 1989 and 1991. The series, created by Franc Roddam, written by Debbie Horsfield, mixed comedy and drama in its portrayal of the women who worked on the factory floor at New Lyne Electronics in Manchester, tackling the personal lives of the characters as well as wider issues of recession, redundancy and retrenchment as the factory goes through various crises and take-overs. The music for the series was composed by New Order. The main theme for the show is an adaptation of the song "Vanishing Point". There is a specific mix of this song called the Making Out Mix.
How many seasons does Making Out have?
Making Out comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Making Out?
Key cast members in Making Out include Margi Clarke, Melanie Kilburn, Shirley Stelfox, Rachel Davies, Heather Tobias.
Who created or directed Making Out?
Making Out was developed and directed by Not specified.