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3.8 / 10(4 votes)IMDbFirst Aired: 20031 Season

40

Series Overview

Seven 40-year-olds are drawn together by a disturbing school reunion. Long-standing sexual tensions and emotional conflicts come to a head as the surreal secrets of apparently normal lives are revealed. Acting as a catalyst, the reunion forces the seven friends into a re-evaluation of their past and the present—and brings about an unexpected future.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
Channel 4
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

48 min per episode

Air Date Window

2003 – 2003

Premiered: Tue, Apr 8, 2003

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Apr 10, 2003

Season 1, Episode 3: “Episode 3”

Ten days before the reunion, Ralph decides to tell Anita that he has found their adopted child, who is living in Bristol.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Producers

Emma Burge, Bryan Elsley, George Faber, Charlie Pattinson, Steward Barlow

Department Leadership Roster

Emma Burge

Producer

Steward Barlow

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for 40.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 40

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What is 40 about?

Seven 40-year-olds are drawn together by a disturbing school reunion. Long-standing sexual tensions and emotional conflicts come to a head as the surreal secrets of apparently normal lives are revealed. Acting as a catalyst, the reunion forces the seven friends into a re-evaluation of their past and the present—and brings about an unexpected future.

How many seasons does 40 have?

40 comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in 40?

Key cast members in 40 include Suzy Eddie Izzard, Hugo Speer, Joanne Whalley, Kerry Fox, Vincent Regan.

Who created or directed 40?

40 was developed and directed by Not specified.