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Growing Pains

Series Overview

Pat Hollingsworth fancies the idea of fostering. But can she convert her husband Tom and their three teenage children to her way of thinking?

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 20 Episodes

50 min per episode

Air Date Window

1992 – 1993

Premiered: Sat, May 16, 1992

Created By
Steve Wetton

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Jul 14, 1993

Season 2, Episode 10: “Back in Your Own Backyard”

Pat is feeling taken for granted and isn't pleased when George takes Tom off for a golfing weekend. To add to her troubles, Uncle Jack is coming back from Australia – and Joan is behaving like a teenager in love.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Steve Wetton

Producers

Richard Bramall

Department Leadership Roster

Richard Bramall

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Growing Pains

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What is Growing Pains about?

Pat Hollingsworth fancies the idea of fostering. But can she convert her husband Tom and their three teenage children to her way of thinking?

How many seasons does Growing Pains have?

Growing Pains comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Growing Pains?

Key cast members in Growing Pains include Ray Brooks, Sharon Duce, Tat Whalley, Rosie Marcel, Peter Lloyd.

Who created or directed Growing Pains?

Growing Pains was developed and directed by Steve Wetton.