Nice Work
Series Overview
Dr Robyn Penrose is a lecturer in English at Rummidge University. Vic Wilcox is the Managing Director of Pringle's, an engineering firm in Rummidge. They meet when Robyn is told by her Head of Department to "shadow" Vic as part of Industry Year. They are initially hostile to each other but gradually come to understand each other's point of view. Based on the novel by David Lodge.
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
55 min per episode
1989 – 1989
Premiered: Wed, Oct 4, 1989
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode 4”
Summer Term. Robyn returns to Rummidge to find urgent messages from Vic and Charles - and from Philip Swallow, inviting her to meet a famous American visitor. What will happen to Robyn and Vic in their relationship and their careers? The endings of the Victorian novels taught by Robyn may provide clues.
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hilary Salmon
Rachel Portman
Chris Parr
Department Leadership Roster
Chris Parr
Producer
Rachel Portman
Original Music Composer
Ian Ashurst
Production Design
Kathryn Ayerst
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What is Nice Work about?
Dr Robyn Penrose is a lecturer in English at Rummidge University. Vic Wilcox is the Managing Director of Pringle's, an engineering firm in Rummidge. They meet when Robyn is told by her Head of Department to "shadow" Vic as part of Industry Year. They are initially hostile to each other but gradually come to understand each other's point of view. Based on the novel by David Lodge.
How many seasons does Nice Work have?
Nice Work comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Nice Work?
Key cast members in Nice Work include Warren Clarke, Haydn Gwynne, Janet Dale, David Calder, John Forgeham.
Who created or directed Nice Work?
Nice Work was developed and directed by Not specified.