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4 episodes

Blind Bitter Happiness - Miniseries

First aired Aug 26, 2023Season 1

When the patriarch of the family, Denis, dies, middle-aged doctor Peter Fahey and his youngest child, superstitious and ritual-obsessed Scarlett, must come to terms with their grief and their relationship with the cantankerous old man. Peter’s wife Jamie, the grounding, logical force in Peter’s life, and their other children, Mary, Harley, and Jasper, face their own set of trials and tribulations.

Episodes

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Episode 1

Immortal Beloved

NR
Aug 26, 202315 min

Everyone gathers to address a sensitive issue concerning Jasper's private parts. After the family gets news that Denis doesn't have long to live, Scarlett prepares to save her grandad from dying.

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Episode 2

Precious Things

NR
Sep 2, 202315 min

Scarlett refuses to accept Denis' passing, placing her charmed objects on his bed in the hope he'll live forever. Dr. P discovers his premonition was true when he sees Scarlett with Grandad Denis.

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Episode 3

The Golden Child

NR
Sep 9, 202318 min

Family and friends mourn Denis' passing. Dr. P realises he doesn't feel anything about it. Patrick pitches his new business venture. Scarlett performs a protection ritual on Grandad, but Grandma undoes it.

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Episode 4

The Wake

NR
Sep 16, 202325 min

Jasper is rejected by Dithyaa, whom he catches kissing Cousin Paul. Scarlett shows her father the company shares she found in Grandad's drawer and Dr. P takes his Vietnam medals. Lulu is late to the wake.