Throwback British sitcom with Claire Skinner and Anne Reid among its stars gets new UK home

A beloved British sitcom from the mid-2000s has found a new streaming home in the UK.

Initially aired from 2004 to 2006 on ITV, the comedy series “Life Begins” can now be streamed online via Netflix.

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The television series was developed by Mike Bullen, known for his work on Cold Feet. It centers around a family of four, but their harmony is disrupted when the father, Phil (played by Alexander Armstrong), reveals he’s leaving his wife Maggie (portrayed by Caroline Quentin) to be with another woman.

astonished by the circumstances, Maggie must now construct a new life for herself and her children, James (Elliot Henderson-Boyle) and Rebecca (Ace Ryan). This involves seeking employment, stepping out of her comfort zone, and even contemplating new romantic endeavors.

In addition to the main characters Phil and Maggie, this show delves into their friends, relatives, with Claire Skinner portraying Clare, and Anne Reid and Frank Finlay bringing life to Maggie’s parents, Brenda and Eric.

The show titled “Life Begins” ran for a total of 3 seasons, with each season having 6, 7, and 6 episodes respectively.

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The series first aired on Channel 4 in 2024 and was developed by renowned author and scriptwriter Helen Walsh.

In this series, we have Warren Brown known from “Luther” and “The Responder”, Vinette Robinson starring in “Six Four” and “Boiling Point”, Christine Tremarco recognized for her roles in “Adolescence” and “Little Boy Blue”, Eva Morgan from “This City Is Ours”, Sadie Soverall famous for “Fate: The Winx Saga”, and Sonny Walker, also from “The Responder”.

Life Begins will be available to stream on Netflix and is currently on ITVX.

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2025-08-25 17:19