The Lovers — Season 1
So wrong… it's right?
About this season
Janet is a foul-mouthed, hilarious, Belfast supermarket worker who doesn’t care about anything, including her life. Seamus is a handsome, self-centered, political broadcaster with what looks to be a perfect London life and a celebrity girlfriend. When they unexpectedly meet, they instantly clash – and yet also find themselves inextricably drawn to each other.
Episodes (6)
1. Episode 1
6.3Aired 7 September 2023 • 30 min
A love story about two people who appear to be utterly wrong for each other, but may be entirely right, begins.
2. Episode 2
8.0Aired 14 September 2023 • 26 min
Seamus and Janet meet in Belfast and, after a glorious night of laughter and sexual tension, Janet makes a shocking suggestion.
3. Episode 3
7.5Aired 21 September 2023 • 26 min
Seamus' girlfriend whisks him away for the night and drags Janet along, too. An agonising night of lies and subterfuge ensues.
4. Episode 4
7.5Aired 28 September 2023 • 26 min
At last, the day has come: the affair is on! But when they realise they've both 'caught feelings', things take a different turn.
5. Episode 5
7.5Aired 5 October 2023 • 23 min
Janet visits London to be with Seamus and have some touristy fun. But it's clear the lovers are keeping secrets from each other.
6. Episode 6
8.0Aired 12 October 2023 • 30 min
It's over between Janet and Seamus, but Janet's boss urges her not to give up. Can they find a way back to each other?