New versions of Alan Bennett's much-loved monologues, with performers including Sarah Lancashire, Martin Freeman, Kristin Scott-Thomas, Jodie Comer and Maxine Peake.
EPISODE 1
A Lady of Letters
Irene Ruddock dashes off letters with her trusty fountain pen, complaining about the failures of others. But when the police come by, it's Irene who is in trouble.
EPISODE 2
An Ordinary Woman
Michael is only 15, but you wouldn't know. Gwen thought there would be something that gave you immunity, that you couldn't fall for your own child.
EPISODE 3
Soldiering On
Muriel's son Giles appears with papers for her to sign. It turns out she is quite a rich widow. But soon there's a liquidity problem, and Giles could be to blame.
EPISODE 4
Her Big Chance
Actor Lesley prides herself on her professionalism, even if it's for a walk-on role. She is thrilled to land the role of Travis, who spends the film bikini-clad on a yacht.
EPISODE 5
Playing Sandwiches
Wilfred is a parks attendant. After he befriends a young girl, it becomes clear why nobody can trace his records. (Set in the 1990s).
EPISODE 6
A Chip in the Sugar
Graham is his mam's number one. But when they bump into semi-retired Mr Turnbull, Graham discovers she had a life pre-Dad and fully intends to have another. (Set in the 1980s).
Imelda Staunton
Sarah Lancashire
Harriet Walter
Monica Dolan
Maxine Peake
Tamsin Greig
Kristin Scott Thomas
Lesley Manville
Rochenda Sandall
Martin Freeman
Lucian Msamati