The Lovers (2023)
"So wrong… it's right?"
Synopsis
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.
Creator
Liz Lewin, Manpreet Dosanjh, Hannah Pescod
Network
Sky Atlantic
Episodes
Episode 1
A love story about two people who appear to be utterly wrong for each other, but may be entirely right, begins.
Episode 2
Seamus and Janet meet in Belfast and, after a glorious night of laughter and sexual tension, Janet makes a shocking suggestion.
Episode 3
Seamus' girlfriend whisks him away for the night and drags Janet along, too. An agonising night of lies and subterfuge ensues.
Episode 4
At last, the day has come: the affair is on! But when they realise they've both 'caught feelings', things take a different turn.
Episode 5
Janet visits London to be with Seamus and have some touristy fun. But it's clear the lovers are keeping secrets from each other.
Episode 6
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?
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
The Lovers
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
6
Production
Drama Republic, Sky Studios
