Manchild

3.4
200230m

Stockbroker Terry, art expert Patrick, orthodontist James and decking supremo Gary have been friends since their schooldays. Now, having all reached the age of 50, they are intent on reliving the freedom of their youth, buying hip new clothes and dating beautiful younger women, but despite their best efforts, the concerns of middle-age still catch up with them.

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Seasons

7 Episodes • Premiered 2002

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1. Fiftysomething

An embarrassing climax to a date with yet another stunning model causes James to seek medical help.

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2. Art

Patrick and James spend the weekend indulging in fine art.

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3. Marriage

Gary puts his marriage at risk when he visits a lap-dancing club.

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4. Jealousy

Terry struggles to deal with his ex-wife's handsome new boyfriend, but matters are made worse when he discovers the identity of his own girlfriend's new lover and Patrick is forced to make the most painful decision of his life...

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5. Responsibility

Patrick goes missing following the loss of his mother, leaving Terry to face a series of emotional traumas alone.

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6. Swingers and Shakers

Patrick signs up with a dating agency in an effort to find a wife. Meanwhile, Gary asks Cheryl if she wants to try swinging - but when she agrees, he loses his nerve.

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7. Four of a Kind

The quartet embark on a weekend's hunting and shooting in the countryside in an attempt to bond with each other.

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