Shabby Tiger - Miniseries
Manchester millionaire's son Nick Faunt leaves home at the height of the Depression to become an artist. When he meets Irish serving girl Anne, a strange love story begins.
Episodes
Episode 1
A Wife in Water Colours
A seven-part serial adapted from Howard Spring's novel about life in England in the 1930s. The story centers on the relationship between a young artist and a fiery Irish girl, who meet by chance in the countryside.
Episode 2
A Jealous Mistress
A proposition from Nick—to live with him in Manchester—and a proposal of marriage from Jacob confront Anna.
Episode 3
Beggars at a Banquet
Tension between Nick and his friend Anton mars a party for the artistic community. When Nick leaves, Anna is courted by another man.
Episode 4
To Escape from Ourselves
Already distraught, Anna arrives home to a tableau of intimacy between Nick and Rachel.
Episode 5
Strawberries and Champagne
Rachel, ambitious to marry well, meets Nick's millionaire father in a hotel lounge.
Episode 6
The Mirror of Reason
The relationships between Nick and Anna, Rachel and Sir George are tested.
Episode 7
The Final Gamble
Anna and Nick take wedding vows and Rachel determines to pursue her career.