Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Type: Scripted
Rating: 10.0/10
Connie
Overview
Connie is a 1985 British television drama created and written by Ron Hutchinson as a dry commentary on 1980s Thatcherite values. Set in the East Midlands garment industry, the titular character returns to the United Kingdom from Greece after eight years in self-imposed exile. She's determined to claw back control of her chain of high-street clothes shops now controlled by her stepsister, and also get her foot back into the House of Bea, a family-owned garment factory run by her father and stepmother, which is now losing money.
This production, originally released in 1985, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 10.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Stephanie Beacham
Connie
Richard Morant
Jamieson
Paul Rogers
Hector
Pam Ferris
Nesta
Peter Straker
Dev
George Costigan
Arnie
Seasons
Season 1
13 Episodes • Aired 1985-05-26
Connie return from exile shakes her family and sends shockwaves through the industry. Nudging forty but as gusty as ever, Connie still looks good and is not above pulling a chauffeur-driven limousine - complete with attractive businessman - at the airport. The pin-striped Jamieson is soon caught up in the crossfire.
