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The Book Group

A dark comedy series follows an American woman who creates a book group in Glasgow as a means of forming connections with the locals, only to discover a cast of eccentric and troubled characters.

A book group in Glasgow brings together a diverse group of individuals, including a newly arrived American, three unhappy football wives, a pretentious student, a closeted football fan, and a kind author in a wheelchair. Each week, they gather to read and discuss a new book, which has a profound impact on their lives.

Episodes:

Episode 1 On the Road

1. On the Road

Aired: Apr 12, 2002

Clare Pettengill arrives in Glasgow from Cincinnati and, in order to meet new...

Episode 2 The Alchemist

2. The Alchemist

Aired: Apr 19, 2002

The footballers' ladies are clearly dissatisfied with their menfolk whilst, o...

Episode 3 Magical Realism

3. Magical Realism

Aired: Apr 26, 2002

Kenny is writing a book in which his character shares a mountain cabin with a...

Episode 4 Bedtime Stories

4. Bedtime Stories

Aired: May 3, 2002

Barney comes to see Clare to apologize but is high on drugs and collapses. Sh...

Episode 5 Dark Alley

5. Dark Alley

Aired: May 10, 2002

Janice is hosting the group's discussion of Martin's book 'Dark Alley' but th...

Episode 6 A Little More Living

6. A Little More Living

Aired: May 17, 2002

Clare and Kenny continue with their novels though both find the other intrudi...

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Info about The Book Group

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: Channel 4

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Comedy, Drama