Sitting Pretty
Series Overview
Sitting Pretty is a 1992 BBC television sitcom written by John Sullivan. The series starred Diane Bull, David Ashford and John Cater and was directed by Susan Belbin and Angela De Chastelai Smith. The series followed the travails of a woman whose millionaire husband dies suddenly. She discovers that her husband's will has left her penniless and she is forced to move back in with her parents and sister on their farm. The lead role was originally intended to be played by a male lead, but was changed to become the first Sullivan sitcom to feature a female lead since Just Good Friends. However, John Oliver notes that it is also remembered as the writer's first notable failure.
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2 Seasons • 13 Episodes
1992 – 1993
Premiered: Thu, Nov 19, 1992
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Season 2, Episode 6: “Wills of Fire”
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Angie de Chastelai Smith
John Sullivan
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Angie de Chastelai Smith
Director
John Sullivan
Writer
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What is Sitting Pretty about?
Sitting Pretty is a 1992 BBC television sitcom written by John Sullivan. The series starred Diane Bull, David Ashford and John Cater and was directed by Susan Belbin and Angela De Chastelai Smith. The series followed the travails of a woman whose millionaire husband dies suddenly. She discovers that her husband's will has left her penniless and she is forced to move back in with her parents and sister on their farm. The lead role was originally intended to be played by a male lead, but was changed to become the first Sullivan sitcom to feature a female lead since Just Good Friends. However, John Oliver notes that it is also remembered as the writer's first notable failure.
How many seasons does Sitting Pretty have?
Sitting Pretty comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Sitting Pretty?
Key cast members in Sitting Pretty include Diane Bull, Vilma Hollingbery, Heather Tobias, John Cater.
Who created or directed Sitting Pretty?
Sitting Pretty was developed and directed by Angie de Chastelai Smith.