Breathless

London 1961. Charismatic surgeon, Otto Powell, presides over a busy gynaecological ward. At home he and his wife, Elizabeth, appear to be the perfect couple. Richard, pretender to Otto’s throne, is to marry Jean, a stunning nurse. At the hospital a new nurse, Angela, catches Otto’s eye.

The honeymoon is over for Richard and Jean when he discovers her deception over the miscarriage, and Otto's fascination for Angela continues unabated, but she is uncomfortable being pursued by a married man.

Otto, Charlie and Jean have a brush with the law when they attract the attention of the police whilst out on a ‘special’ private procedure. Questions are asked at the hospital and while Otto seems to be dealing with the situation calmly Charlie thinks they are done for. Across town and unaware that his wife is out earning a wage Richard, still hurting from Jean’s betrayal about the miscarriage, seeks out Margaret, a significant and glamorous woman from his past, and is keen to rekindle their romance.

Otto asks Angela to accompany him on an overnight visit to a cottage hospital in Dorset. Mulligan makes his proposal to Elizabeth and promises that if she complies he will leave her and her family alone for good. Jean tries harder at being a housewife and hosts a dinner party. Charlie learns that he was not responsible for the death of Miss Fairfax and celebrates with Lily.

Drama series set in 1961, following a group of doctors at a London hospital. Angela gets a cruel reminder that Otto is married. Elizabeth feels powerless in the face of Mulligan and his determination to destroy her family. Margaret needs a nurse and Otto knows exactly who to send. A secret about Otto and Elizabeth's marriage is revealed and the shocking truth begins to emerge.

Drama series set in 1961. After meeting him, Otto realises the extent of Mulligan's obsession and determination. Elizabeth confesses what has been going on and they hatch a plan.