About this season
Mixed Blessings is a British sitcom produced by LWT for broadcast on the ITV network between 1978 and 1980, It was created by comedy-writer Sid Green and starred Christopher Blake and Muriel Odunton. White Thomas Simpson and Black Susan Lambert are a young couple who wed without their families' knowledge, forcing them to navigate the challenges of introducing their families to their relationship. The show explores themes of cultural differences and family dynamics within the context of a mixed-race marriage.
Episodes (6)
1. A Leg from the Past
Aired 6 October 1978 • 30 min
Susan isn't impressed when Deirdre, Thomas's flirtatious second cousin, arrives for a visit. Far from shy, Deirdre flirts openly, motivating Susan to take action.
2. The Loneliness of the Long Distance Unemployed
Aired 13 October 1978 • 30 min
Thomas continues struggling to get a job and Susan is worried that he's getting bored at home, so se sends him one of her clients to help out, Fred, who's about to enter a mixed-race marriage of his own.
3. My Chap's Got Work
Aired 20 October 1978 • 30 min
Thomas finally lands a job; to celebrate, both families want to have Sunday dinner, leaving the pair to decide how to divide their time.
4. Thou Shalt Deny Me
Aired 27 October 1978 • 30 min
Mr. Huntley announces that an executive vacancy has arisen, and that Thomas is in the running. A social event is planned, and Huntley – who is prejudiced – wants to meet Susan, unaware that she's Black.
5. Your Money or Your Life
Aired 3 November 1978 • 30 min
Winston is desperate to buy a car, convinced it's the only way to be a hit with the ladies. He tries to get the funds from Thomas and Susan, but fails, leaving his only option is to ask Edward at the bank.
6. You're Going to Have a What!
Aired 10 November 1978 • 30 min
Susan has been having some very odd cravings, and Aunt Dorothy quickly realises that she's pregnant. After Thomas digests the news, it's time to tell both sets of parents.