About this season
Dear John is a British sitcom created and written by John Sullivan. Two series and a special were broadcast between 1986 and 1987. The title refers to 'Dear John' letters, girls to their boyfriends breaking off a relationship. John discovers in the opening episode that his wife is leaving him for a friend, and he is forced to find lodgings. In desperation, he attends the 1-2-1 Singles Club and finds other members mostly social misfits. In 1988, an American adaptation of the same name was produced by Paramount for the NBC network, starring Judd Hirsch. It lasted for four seasons.
Episodes (7)
1. A New Member
Aired 7 September 1987 • 29 min
John faces problems getting Toby accepted at a Catholic school.
2. Confidence
Aired 14 September 1987 • 30 min
John tries to help pop singer Rick regain his confidence and make a career comeback.
3. Problems with Toby
Aired 21 September 1987 • 29 min
John has trouble in his relationship with Toby.
4. Sanctuary
Aired 28 September 1987 • 29 min
John's courtship of new girlfriend Liz is interrupted by Ken's demand for sanctuary.
5. Torquay
Aired 5 October 1987 • 30 min
Does Torquay hold the key to all John's dreams?
6. Once Bitten
Aired 12 October 1987 • 30 min
John embarks on yet another hopeful romance.
7. Kate Returns
Aired 21 December 1987 • 48 min
Christmas is a time of goodwill and cheer to all men—especially divorced, lonely men desperately seeking invitations to Christmas parties.