Clocking Off

Season 4 - Clocking Off

• Season 4 Episode 6: Episode 6 (2003) In a dramatic final episode, machinist Freda starts a hate campaign when Pat appears to block her route to promotion as well as jeopardising any chance of love with Kenny, and things soon get out of hand, leaving the factory's future hanging in the balance. As the two women square up, can they resolve their differences and take Mackintosh forward? Pam Ferris and Joan Kempson star
• Season 4 Episode 5: Episode 5 (2003) A one-sided relationship develops between secretary Grace and cutter Faz - and matters are further complicated by the bigoted attitudes of their families. Determined to pursue the course of true love, she defies her BNP-voting dad and declares her feelings, hoping the object of her affections will throw caution to the wind and reciprocate. Drama, starring Pam Ferris, Lisa Millet and Sushil Chudasama
• Season 4 Episode 4: Episode 4 (2003) When care worker Lewis is left in a critical condition following a violent confrontation the police launch an investigation. Family relationships are tested to the limit and Mark is charged with the crime, with brother Colin his only hope of redemption. Claire Sweeney and Mark Benton star
• Season 4 Episode 3: Episode 3 (2003) Kev's world is turned upside down following a car accident and the reality of his situation is brought home when he suffers an epileptic fit. No longer able to drive or operate machinery, he forgets about his compensation claim and confronts Maya, the exotic Serbian driver who hit him - but his feelings for her become an obsession. Jack Deam and Branka Katic star
• Season 4 Episode 2: Episode 2 (2003) Pat's new open and warm management style puts smiles on the workers' faces at Mackintosh Textiles, but the behaviour of alcoholic, gambling husband Roy creates tension at home. When he suffers a devastating stroke, she is faced with the prospect of nursing him for the rest of his life - can she cope with so many demands on her time? Pam Ferris, Keith Barron and Nicola Stephenson star
• Season 4 Episode 1: Episode 1 (2003) New series of the acclaimed drama, which sees changes aplenty when Pat Fletcher takes over the running of Mackintosh Textiles : how will the staff adjust to her management techniques? Elsewhere, cutting-room supervisor Jamie and fiancee Suzie prepare to marry : but the sudden reappearance of her old flame, bad boy Stuart, gives the bride-to-be pause for thought. Pam Ferris, Derek Riddell, Hugo Speer and Nicola Stephenson star

Season 3 - Clocking Off

• Season 3 Episode 8: EPISODE: 8 (2002) Tensions both at home and the factory finally lead Mack to breaking point. Feeling he can no longer cope, he decides it's time to make a major change in his life - and when ne'er-do-well brother Eddie puts in an unexpected appearance, the perfect opportunity seems to have presented itself. Philip Glenister and Craig Kelly star
• Season 3 Episode 7: EPISODE: 7 (2002) Gary, a quiet, stable member of the factory workforce, thinks he's met the woman of his dreams in sexy Tina, until she turns out to be a prostitute hired to steal his sizeable inheritance. Marshall Lancaster stars
• Season 3 Episode 6: EPISODE: 6 (2002) Alan looks forward to a new life of freedom and togetherness with his wife now their two children are on the verge of leaving home, but when he decides to surprise Sally by having a vasectomy he makes a shocking discovery - he's infertile and always has been. Gritty drama, starring Bob Pugh and Lorraine Ashbourne
• Season 3 Episode 5: EPISODE: 5 (2002) Jenny is startled by the arrival of a handsome new employee at the factory and reconsiders her wedding plans. Her attempts to avoid him, however, are wasted after the dapper stranger seduces her best friend
• Season 3 Episode 4: EPISODE: 4 (2002) Julie's brother comes home for their parents' 40th wedding anniversary celebrations and invites her to work with him in Hong Kong. She decides to accept and escape her boring life when there appears to be nothing to keep her in England, especially since none of her friends do a good job of persuading her to stay. Only new machinist Vicky has a hope of changing her mind
• Season 3 Episode 3: EPISODE: 3 (2002) Former Para Mark starts work at the factory to a mixed reception - the lads don't pay him much attention but he manages to secure a date with gorgeous machinist Hannah before turning his attention to Nick's wife Kim. James Murray and Emma Cunniffe star
• Season 3 Episode 2: EPISODE: 2 (2002) Design student Tasha raises eyebrows at the factory and receives unexpected attention from Mack. A posh girl from the leafy suburbs, she has a hard time fitting in and is delighted to be invited to the pub by the girls. When Mack turns up, they end up back at his place, where he shares his own feelings of isolation and dissatisfaction with factory life
• Season 3 Episode 1: EPISODE: 1 (2002) Franny picks up the pieces when his sister commits suicide and is shocked to discover she had a child by ex-boyfriend Jason - who is unaware of her death. Hoping to fill the empty void in his life, Franny resolves to adopt his nephew - but his wife Imogen is not too keen on the idea. David Morrissey, Marc Warren and Jane Slavin star

Season 2 - Clocking Off

• Season 2 Episode 7: EPISODE: 7 (2004) Mack struggles to hide his jealousy at Trudy and Martin's blossoming romance, forcing the pair to leave the factory and strike out in a new business venture. However, their relationship is tested by the surprise reappearance of Martin's ex-lover - eight months pregnant. Lesley Sharp and Jason Merrells star. Last in series
• Season 2 Episode 6: The Lads (2001) Nick, Kev, Ade and Barney get involved in a fight during a boozy night on the town, but one of them is carrying a weapon and isn't afraid to use it, leaving their assailants' ringleader in a critical condition in hospital. As the police investigation gets under way, friendships are tested to the limit
• Season 2 Episode 5: Ronnie's Story (2001) Lorry driver Ronnie is suspected of helping crooks steal a cargo from his employers. At first he indignantly protests his innocence, but as investigations proceed, a sorry tale of deception and infidelity is revealed, leading to a bitter family feud. Gritty drama, starring Ricky Tomlinson as Ronnie, with Kate Fitzgerald, Denise Black and Diane Parish
• Season 2 Episode 4: Barry's Story (2001) Barry, a shy security guard still living with his mum, hopes a win on the pools will transform his life and help him find true love. But his dreams of romance are shattered by Trudy's gold-digging sister Janice, who only agrees to go on a date because she thinks he is loaded. Drama, starring Steve Jackson, Susan Cookson and Lesley Sharp
• Season 2 Episode 3: Freda's Story (2001) Freda is left to care for her daughter's two children and struggles selflessly to provide them with a decent home, setting up her own curtain-making business to ensure they never want for anything. Unfortunately, just as her prospects begin to look up, the youngsters' father suddenly decides he wants them back and the real trouble starts. Drama, starring Joan Kempson and Siobhan Finneran
• Season 2 Episode 2: Bev's Story (2001) Lonely single mother Bev fears her best years are behind her and moves in with widowed father Mal. Unfortunately, her brassy ways cause immediate conflict among his teenage sons - and the subsequent revelation that she's pregnant makes it clear his troubles have only just begun. Acclaimed gritty drama charting the lives of workers at a factory in Manchester, starring Lindsey Coulson and Paul Copley
• Season 2 Episode 1: Kev's Story (2001) Martin's brother Kev Leach suspects workmate Brian Pringle may be looking at child pornography on the Internet. Determined to discover the truth, he begins to investigate - and discovers evidence seeming to confirm his worst fears. Gritty drama, starring Jack Deam

Season 1 - Clocking Off

• Season 1 Episode 7: Episode 7 (2003) Mack is finding it hard to control his jealousy of Trudy and Martin as their relationship strengthens.
• Season 1 Episode 6: EPISODE: 6 (2001) Katherine finally walks out on her marriage and gives Mack an ultimatum, making it clear that if he doesn't buy her share of the business she'll sell it to their main competitor. Drama, starring Lesley Sharp, Philip Glenister and Christine Tremarco
• Season 1 Episode 5: EPISODE: 5 (2001) Trudy is shocked by the sudden death of her father, and makes a mistake which leads to Katherine's infidelity becoming public knowledge. With the Mackintoshes' marriage scrutinised by the gossips, everyone is forced to face their feelings : will life at the factory ever be the same again? Drama, starring Lesley Sharp, Philip Glenister and Christine Tremarco
• Season 1 Episode 4: EPISODE: 4 (2002) Steve and Sylvia celebrate their wedding anniversary with a romantic meal, but their night is disturbed by an armed burglar. In the absence of police assistance, Steve decides to take the law into his own hands - with disastrous consequences for his family. Drama, starring Wil Johnson and Diane Parish
• Season 1 Episode 3: EPISODE: 3 Katherine feels unable to walk away from her unhappy marriage so she hatches a plot which she hopes will force husband Mack to leave her - sleeping with young factory worker KT. Drama, starring Philip Glenister, Christine Tremarco, Lesley Sharp and Andrew Sherridan
• Season 1 Episode 2: EPISODE: 2 Yvonne takes fiery revenge on her boyfriend for throwing her out of his house, but it's not long before she's back on her feet thanks to the help of a friendly neighbour. Drama, starring Sarah Lancashire, Christopher Eccleston and Jason Merrells
• Season 1 Episode 1: EPISODE: 1 (2003) More than a year after he left home to find work, Stuart Leach finally returns, seemingly suffering from amnesia - but his suspicious brother Martin refuses to believe there's anything wrong with him. Drama, starring John Simm, Jason Merrells and Jack Deam