Life Begins Episode Guide

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Episode Guide

Life Begins: Season 3 (2008)

  • Season 3 Episode 6: EPISODE: 6

    Judith Chalmers guests in the last episode of the series. Maggie suggests she and Phil spend some time apart when she realises that they spend most of their time arguing. Meanwhile, the travel agency is nominated for a prestigious award and Becca puts a film together for a school project. Caroline Quentin and Alexander Armstrong star

  • Season 3 Episode 5: EPISODE: 5

    Maggie tries to tell Phil about her pregnancy, but before she can break the news he reveals that he's been sacked by Brian after refusing to help him con Penny. Meanwhile, Helen decides to quit her job and Genevieve meets a face from her past when the agency's new regional manager is introduced to the staff. Drama, starring Caroline Quentin and Alexander Armstrong

  • Season 3 Episode 4: EPISODE: 4

    Phil suggests a baby could save his relationship with Maggie, but an encounter with a recovering cancer patient at a Spanish class leads her to come up with an alternative plan of action. Meanwhile, Brian takes steps to ensure Penny won't be able to fleece him when they divorce. Drama, with Caroline Quentin and Alexander Armstrong

  • Season 3 Episode 3: EPISODE: 3

    Maggie worries that her husband is having an affair with his latest client and, in a fit of paranoia, refuses to go on a day trip with the girls from the travel agency. Phil eventually manages to persuade her that his relationship with the woman is purely professional, but an unexpected phone call seems to confirm her doubts. Drama, starring Caroline Quentin

  • Season 3 Episode 2: EPISODE: 2

    As Phil is spending so much time at work, Maggie decides to hand in her notice to have more time to look after the family. However, a discovery about his 'overtime' prompts her to change her mind and resolve not to drift back to the way they were. Meanwhile, Brian realises he's out of luck when Penny makes him sleep in the garage. Drama, starring Caroline Quentin and Alexander Armstrong

  • Season 3 Episode 1: EPISODE: 1

    Maggie and Phil move into a new house as part of a fresh start, but struggle to revive their faltering love life. A series of attempted romantic encounters go up in smoke before a mix-up with their new neighbours finally breaks down the barriers between the pair. Drama, starring Caroline Quentin and Alexander Armstrong

Life Begins: Season 2 (2006)

Life Begins: Season 1 (2004)

  • Season 1 Episode 6: Maggie and Paul

    Maggie and Paul reveal their relationship to her family.

  • Season 1 Episode 5: Maggie and Helen

    Maggie sets about reviving her social life and looking for love, answering lonely hearts ads and even going on a speed-dating evening - but trying to hide the truth about her circumstances only causes her more problems. Meanwhile, Phil is shocked to learn about his estranged wife's latest venture - and his girlfriend Anna is none too pleased either, convinced Maggie is just trying to win him back by making him jealous. Drama, starring Caroline Quentin and Naomi Allisstone

  • Season 1 Episode 4: Maggie, Clare and Guy

    Maggie deals with the aftermath of her one-night stand and realises she's yearning for male companionship, especially when her ex-husband takes his turn with the children. Her friends rally round to offer advice and support, but Clare's suggestion that Guy step into the breach leads to tension

  • Season 1 Episode 3: Maggie, Kathleen & Sam

    Maggie breaks down and agrees to a settlement with Phil.

  • Season 1 Episode 2: Maggie, Brenda and Eric

    Maggie gets a job at a travel agency after she threatens to sue the manager for age discrimination.

  • Season 1 Episode 1: Maggie & Phil

    Maggie is shocked when Phil announces his intention to leave her.