Mixed Blessings
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Mixed Blessings

6.2 / 10
1978
3 seasons
23 episodes
Comedy

Mixed Blessings is a British sitcom produced by LWT for broadcast on the ITV network between 1978 and 1980, It was created by comedy-writer Sid Green and starred Christopher Blake and Muriel Odunton. White Thomas Simpson and Black Susan Lambert are a young couple who wed without their families' knowledge, forcing them to navigate the challenges of introducing their families to their relationship. The show explores themes of cultural differences and family dynamics within the context of a mixed-race marriage.

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  • Ep 1

    1.Welcome to the Family

    03-03-197830m

    Thomas and Susan have married without letting their families know. They intend to inform both parties, but there's a surprise in store.

  • Ep 2

    2.Your Place or Mine?

    10-03-197830m

    Thomas and Susan are temporarily living with Aunt Dorothy, but need to find a permanent home. Their families take it upon themselves to determine where the newlyweds should stay.

  • Ep 3

    3.You Haven't Got Much, Have You?

    17-03-197830m

    Susan and Thomas move into Dorothy's basement apartment, but have no furniture to speak of, their respective families take care of that.

  • Ep 4

    4.Jobs for the Boys

    24-03-197830m

    Winston clashes with his father over his inability to get a job, Thomas also feels bad for relying on Susan to bring home the bread. William and Edward are both looking for staff,...

  • Ep 5

    5.Happy Birthday, Dear Fathers

    31-03-197830m

    While Susan bakes a cake, Thomas has gone out in search of a gift for Dad. Unfortunately for the couple, it soon becomes apparent that both of their fathers share the same birthday...

  • Ep 6

    6.We're Only Trying to Help

    07-04-197830m

    Thomas ends up in bed with flu, prompting Annie to fuss over him. Later, when Susan returns home sick, Matilda arrives to look after her. Peace turns into chaos when Edward and Wil...

  • Ep 7

    7.The House Warming

    14-04-197830m

    Finally settled in, the young couple throw a housewarming party, inviting their friends and parents. However, Susan isn't amused to learn that Thomas has invited his ex and Susan's...

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