As Time Goes By

Overview
Two former lovers, Lionel and Jean, find their paths crossing again after a long separation caused by a misunderstanding. Set against the backdrop of changing times, their reunion brings both nostalgia and challenges as they navigate their rekindled feelings. The couple must confront the past while adapting to their new lives, filled with humor and poignant moments. Their journey explores themes of love, memory, and the complexities of relationships, providing a charming look at how time can both separate and reconnect people.
Episodes
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1

You Must Remember This
In the series premiere, we are introduced to our protagonists, Lionel and Jean. Lionel, seated in a hotel café, is making the waitress's life diff...
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2

Getting to Know You --- Again
Jean and Lionel seem further away from rekindling their romance when Lionel abruptly leaves his hotel without informing her. Nevertheless, his publis...
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3

The Copper Kettle
As Lionel prepares for an upcoming lecture tour, he invites Jean to spend a nostalgic day together. They revisit familiar spots from their past, only...
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4

Surprise, Surprise
Judith convinces Jean to attend Lionel's lecture in Nowrich as a surprise. However, Jean is taken aback to discover that Lionel has a female guest wit...
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5

Relationships
The journey to Nowrich has shifted the dynamics between Jean and Lionel. Alistair persists in his romantic advances towards Jean, while Lionel strive...
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6

The Picnic
In "The Picnic," Jean and Lionel find themselves enjoying the romantic advances of Alistair and Judith, yet they agree that the current situation can'...
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White Hunter
Lionel is feeling anxious about an impending photo shoot for his book's cover. Even though Jean and Judith encourage him, suggesting that anything tha...
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2

A Weekend Away
When Judith heads out for a weekend trip, Jean finds herself in an awkward position as the house becomes a quiet space. Overwhelmed by the teasing rem...
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3

Visiting Rocky
Lionel decides to introduce Jean to his unconventional father, Rocky, who embodies an entirely different personality than Lionel's stern demeanor. Th...
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4

Why?
Lionel wonders why Alistair, a rich, successful publisher would be interested in publishing Lionel's less-than-blockbuster book.
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5

Misunderstandings
While spending a weekend at Jean's sister-in-law's home, Jean and Lionel concoct increasingly absurd stories to disguise their romantic history from ...
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6

The Cruise
Jean feels upset when Lionel extends an invitation for her to join him on a cruise, labeling it as a 'complimentary trip.'
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7

The Book Signing
After much anticipation, Lionel's book has hit the shelves, and he embarks on an exciting tour across the country to promote it.
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1

We'll Always Have Paris
During their enchanting getaway in Paris, Jean and Lionel find themselves in the midst of a squabble between a young couple. The lovers are at odds, ...
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2

Rocky's Wedding Day
On the day of Rocky and Madge's wedding, unexpected challenges arise that throw their plans into disarray. As the couple navigates through a series o...
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3

Living Together, But Where?
Jean and Lionel make the big decision to cohabitate, but both mistakenly think the other will be shifting into their home. Complications arise when L...
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4

Covering Up
Jean's sister-in-law is set to visit the "lovebirds" at Jean's home. Unfortunately, Jean finds herself in a tricky situation as she must conceal the t...
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5

Moving In
Lionel finally agrees to move in with Jean.
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6

Branching Out
Jean is set to launch a new location for her secretarial agency, but Sandy and Judy have conflicting opinions on who should lead the new branch. Their...
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7

The Mini Series
Alistair returns from the U.S. with exciting news: a television network is interested in adapting Lionel’s book into a miniseries. While at Jean's a...
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8

A Trip to Los Angeles
Jean and Lionel touch down in Los Angeles to hold discussions about the upcoming miniseries adaptation of Lionel's novel.
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9

Dealing with Sally
Upon her return from the United States, Jean discovers that the new branch manager she appointed is not performing well. Determined to address the si...
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10

Problems, Problems
Jean and Lionel are dissatisfied with the progress of their miniseries and decide to take action. In an effort to improve their situation, Jean recrui...
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1

A House Full of Women
Jean plans to convert the spare room into an office for Lionel. However, the situation takes a turn when Judy reveals that Sandy has just ended her r...
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2

Rewrites
The production team adapting Lionel's novel into a miniseries requests that he add a touch of sensuality to the story. To assist with the revisions, ...
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3

Getting Rid of Gwen
Jean brainstorms with Lionel on strategies to deal with Ms. Flack, who has become a nuisance. Meanwhile, Ms. Flack contemplates relocating to her sist...
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4

The Affair
When Jean's sister-in-law discovers that her husband is being unfaithful, she opts to move in with Jean and Lionel for support. However, the truth is...
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5

Welcome News
Rocky makes the generous decision to gift Lionel his country house, which has been chosen as the filming location for the miniseries. Meanwhile, amid...
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6

The Anniversary Party
Stephen intends to throw a surprise anniversary bash for Penny but accidentally confuses the date. Meanwhile, Jean and Lionel find themselves in a hea...
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7

Wedding Preparations
Jean and Lionel have officially chosen a date for their wedding. As the women dive into the details of the celebration, Lionel completes his script f...
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8

Wedding Day Nerves
As the big day unfolds, Lionel finds himself overwhelmed with anxiety about the wedding, struggling to keep his composure. Meanwhile, Jean faces her o...
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9

Judith's New Romance
Judy embarks on a new relationship, much to the delight of her mother, Jean. Eager to support her daughter, Jean takes it upon herself to lend a hand,...
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10

Improvements?
Lionel receives feedback on how to enhance his miniseries script. A heated debate ensues between him and Jean regarding her impending retirement, whic...
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1

The Country Set
Jean and Lionel take a weekend getaway to Rocky's countryside home. As they settle in, they are soon joined by local socialites known as "the country...
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2

Lionel's Ex-Wife
Lionel's former spouse, Margaret, invites him for drinks, prompting him to bring Jean along. However, when Margaret shows up, she surprises Jean with ...
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3

Lionel's New Hobby
Lionel takes up crafting model boats to fill his free hours. Concerned for him, Jean expresses her worries about his new pastime. Meanwhile, Alistair ...
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4

Avoiding the Country Set
Jean and Lionel return to the country house for another visit, determined to steer clear of the local townsfolk who created chaos during their previo...
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5

Broadcast Plans
Alistair attempts to persuade Lionel and Jean to join him for the miniseries premiere in the U.S. However, Lionel, unhappy with the alterations made ...
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6

At Death's Door
The highly anticipated miniseries inspired by Lionel's novel premieres on U.S. television. Meanwhile, Jean's sister-in-law, Penny, is admitted to the...
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7

Showered with Gifts
Lionel and Jean develop a warm friendship with the local villagers, who generously spoil the duo with an abundance of presents.
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1

The Stalker
Lionel is beginning to worry that his strength is fading. When he discovers that a stalker has been tailing Sandy on her way home, he feels compelled...
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2

The Psychotherapist
As Lionel begins to embrace his new relaxed way of life, Jean intensifies her efforts both at work and at home. Struggling with the desire to take a b...
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3

The Dinner Party
Jean and Lionel find themselves facing a challenging night as they host Jean's sister-in-law. The evening quickly escalates into a series of awkward ...
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4

What's Wrong with Mrs Bale?
Jean and Lionel visit the country house and find Mrs. Bale in an odd mood. After Jean suggests Lionel talk to Mrs. Bale to find out what is wrong he b...
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5

Alistair's Engagement
Alistair shocks his friends by revealing his engagement to Mercury, a person he recently met. Meanwhile, Judy discovers that her new boyfriend, Paul, ...
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6

The House Next Door
One evening, the residents are jolted by strange sounds emanating from the vacant house next to theirs. Concerned, Jean contacts the police, only to d...
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7

A Surprise for Jean
Jean expresses to Lionel her desire for more surprises in their relationship. Taking her words to heart, Alistair proposes that Lionel whisk Jean awa...
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1

Pardon?
Jean begins to suspect that Lionel may be losing his hearing. Despite his evident struggles to hear, Lionel refuses to seek medical advice. At the sa...
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2

An Old Flame
Jean and Lionel begin to show concern for Harry, Sandy's boyfriend who works as a policeman. However, their attention shifts when Jean gets an unexpec...
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3

The New Neighbours
Jean sets out on a mission to investigate her new neighbors and uncover their true nature. She becomes suspicious when the couple frequently appears a...
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4

The Bypass
The entire group, except for Harry who is occupied with covering a protest, embarks on a weekend getaway to the countryside. However, their plans take...
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5

Too Old ... or Too Nosy
Jean's brother Steven and his wife are set to visit again, much to the Hardcastles' chagrin, as they find the couple quite tedious. However, this time...
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6

The Old Folks' Party
Jean enlists the help of everyone to organize a lively celebration for the elderly. Amid the festivities, some playful pinching occurs, and Alastair s...
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7

The Proposal
Alastair musters the courage to propose to Judy, and she ultimately says yes. However, complications arise when Judy learns the true story behind his...
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1

A Very Personal Problem
With Judy and Alistair's relationship over, as well as Sandy and Harry's, Jean takes it upon herself to lift their spirits. When Alistair visits Lion...
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2

Animal Magnetism
Lionel attempts to persuade Jean that a dog has been tailing him. When Judy and Sandy return home with the exact dog, they express a desire to keep hi...
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3

The Bathroom
When Lionel unexpectedly finds Sandy in the bathroom, it prompts Jean to propose the installation of a second bathroom. However, the renovation takes ...
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4

Surprising News
Penny and Stephen come bearing exciting news—they're relocating to Spain to construct their ideal home. This announcement sends Lionel into a tails...
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5

Future Imperfect
Concerned about his financial situation, Lionel considers his options, and Alistair proposes selling their country home. After discussing it, Lionel ...
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6

Going Online
Jean is eager to access the Internet. In a surprising turn of events, Allistar makes an announcement that paves the way for his reconciliation with Ju...
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Time to Settle Down (a.k.a. You Can't Manufacture Happy Endings for Everybody)
Alistair takes the plunge and pops the question to Judith, but their plans hit a snag as Judith envisions a picturesque countryside wedding. Meanwhile...
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Another Proposal (a.k.a. Wedding Plans)
Alistair's anxiety about the upcoming wedding comes to light when he and Lionel can’t hide it from Jean and his fiancée. Meanwhile, Rocky seizes th...
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3

The World Will Always Welcome Lovers (a.k.a The Wedding)
Rocky steps in to help when an issue arises with the best man at Alistair and Judith's nuptials. Meanwhile, Lol's wedding attire doesn't turn out as ...
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4

What Now?
Alistair and Judith are now married, but will Harry pluck up the courage and ask Sandy to join him in Canada? Meanwhile, in the Hardcastle household, ...
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5

You Must Remember This
With Alistair and Judith now wed and Sally and Harry having relocated to Canada, Jean and Lionel finally find themselves alone. They take this opportu...
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1

Christmas Special Part One
Jean eagerly prepares for her grandchildren's arrival, despite Lionel reminding her that neither Judy nor Sandy are expecting yet. Unbeknownst to them...
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Christmas Special Part Two
Judy and Sandy pull a mischievous prank on the uptight Penny and Stephen, leading to unexpected chaos. Their entire family ends up in the A&E when Roc...