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Season 1 – Mr Loverman

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A woman is shocked to discover that her husband of 50 years has been cheating on her for decades with his male best friend.

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Judy Berman TIME Magazine While there are harrowing moments—the closet doesn’t always offer Barry and Morris the protections they seek in it—Mr. Loverman balances them out with a massive heart and a wicked sense of humor. Jun 30, 2025 Full Review J. Kelly Nestruck Globe and Mail With each episode just 30 minutes long, Mr Loverman is, refreshingly, a page-turner of a literary adaptation. Jun 26, 2025 Full Review Margaret Lyons New York Times “Loverman” is polished and literary, practically silky — sublime, even. Jun 4, 2025 Full Review Marlon Wallace The M Report (WBOC.com) This series, directed by Hong Khaou (Monsoon and Lilting), feels as though it could be a part of The DL Chronicles but as if directed by Steve McQueen. Jul 11, 2025 Full Review Joel Keller Decider Mr. Loverman is a tour de force for Lennie James, but it’s also an affecting story of a man who struggles to be his true self and knows what the consequences are if he comes out at his advanced age. Jun 6, 2025 Full Review Alison Rowat The Herald (Scotland) Mr Loverman is overfond of flashbacks and some of the characters are painted with the broadest of brushes. But it is fresh, nicely soapy (each episode breezes by at just half an hour), and the Hackney setting looks great. Nov 1, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Tori H Absolutely riveting and magically affirming. It told the story of my closeted uncle who would be 100 today! He finally came to terms with himself in the 70s with his partner of 30 years. They both left their families. It was a huge scandal back then!! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/13/25 Full Review YOCHABEL S Beautiful, a journey of self acceptance. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/08/25 Full Review Sharang L Thoughtful and entertaining. That's a rare combo. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/26/24 Full Review Lucy M I'm in 2 minds about this one. Was really looking forward to it as I read the book and loved it. Unfortunately it doesn't do justice to the book. The 2 main actors are good, especially Morris, but it just doesn't come across as real in any way. Hackney looks way too clean and everyone is way too rich and well dressed. Yes, Barrington is supposed to have saved money but he's not supposed to be living in luxury! The wigs looked fake and I wasn't engaged enough to forget that I was watching actors acting. I watched 2 episodes and the second wasn't good - the daughter was overdone. Unsure whether to bother with the rest. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 12/22/24 Full Review Shaalini S Lennie James and Ariyon Bakare are brilliant in this series. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/25/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 4, 2025 After Carmel catches and reprimands Barry for creeping into bed during the early hours from God knows where, Barry decides it is finally time to ask for a divorce so he can set up a new life with his best friend and lifelong lover. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 4, 2025 Barry returns from dropping Carmel at the airport alone to find a ringing phone with his furious daughter Maxine on the other end, demanding that he meets her that afternoon; Barry admits to Morris his inability to tell Carmel about the divorce. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 11, 2025 Barry sets out to meet Morris and discuss their future, his journey is haunted by memories from the past. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 11, 2025 Carmel returns to Antigua, where she reflects on her own secrets, regrets, and her side of the complicated marriage story. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 18, 2025 Barry and Donna's nights mirror each other's and uncover how their world views were shaped. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 18, 2025 When Barry is tasked with looking after Daniel, the two men of different generations must learn to relate to one another; a betrayal provokes an unexpected outburst. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 25, 2025 When Barry is rescued by Maxine, he must find the strength to be honest and attempt to win Morris back; in Antigua, Carmel starts the long road to healing. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 25, 2025 Barry prepares to tell Carmel the truth he has been hiding for five decades and to face a new world. Details
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Season Info

Director
Hong Khaou
Executive Producer
Lennie James, Faye Ward, Hannah Farrell
Screenwriter
Nathaniel Price, Bernardine Evaristo
Network
BritBox
Genre
Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Jun 4, 2025