Male of the Species
Male of the Species
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Male of the Species

In three plays by ALUN OWEN

1.0 / 10
1969
1 season
3 episodes
Drama

Never trust a man whoever he is. This is the bitter lesson learned by Mary MacNeil in her relationships with three different men: her father, a mendacious womaniser; a smooth-talking office flirt, Cornelius; and an ageing barrister, Emlyn, who is enchanted by Mary's youthful vitality and charm. Only one of these men will win her heart in the end... Featuring rare television performances from Sean Connery, Michael Caine and Paul Scofield, this trilogy of plays forms a dramatic and controversial study in male behaviour. Differs slightly from the omnibus version that aired 3 Jan 1969 on NBC (US).

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  • MacNeil

    1.MacNeil

    01-02-196927m

    Carpenter and widower MacNeil takes a blunt approach in making advances to lady executive Miss Saville who works in the same firm as himself. His belief in his instincts regarding...

  • Cornelius

    2.Cornelius

    08-02-196928m

    Mary must deal with the smooth charm of playboy Cornelius, who becomes besotted with her.

  • Emlyn

    3.Emlyn

    15-02-196929m

    Mary MacNeil drifts into a complex relationship with a Welsh barrister.

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