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.
Mixed Blessings (Season 3)
Raising the Roof (Episode 1)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1979-10-26
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: The new Vicar visits Thomas and Susan, seeking new recruits. Despite their frequent rejections, he invites them to a bring and buy. Meanwhile, Matilda donates an African statue, but William wants it back.
Away from It All (Episode 2)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-04-12
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Susan is desperate for a holiday, only Thomas is keen to save the pennies. Edward suggests the couple join him and Annie on their annual trip to The Castle Hotel, Bickermouth, a piece of old England.
Up in the World (Episode 3)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-04-19
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Thomas is desperate to impress his boss and jet-set friends, so he joins the badminton club and started using crystal liquor glasses. Susan isn't happy when Thomas says that he's invited his new friends to dinner, and Carole offers to help.
The Anniversary Wars (Episode 4)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-04-26
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: It's Annie and Edward's silver anniversary, but the pair don't want a fuss. Thomas and Susan organise a surprise party, only sorting out the guest list proves a challenge.
The Law and Mr. Lambert (Episode 5)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-05-03
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: The police call Thomas and Susan early to inform them that Winston has been arrested for breaking into a car. When William hears, he wants to help his son out, even if it means going to prison himself.
Goodbye Charlie (Episode 6)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-05-10
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Edward informs Thomas that his estranged Uncle Charlie has died, Thomas isn't upset, but he's shocked when Edward informs him that the body is being delivered to his and Susan's flat the night prior to the funeral.
Your Turn for Grandad (Episode 7)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-05-17
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Edward and Annie pay a visit to Thomas and Susan, together with Grandad. The young couple are placed in an awkward situation when Edward announces that it's their turn to care for Grandad. Meanwhile, Grandad takes a shine to Susan's aunt.
Practice Makes Perfect (Episode 8)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-05-24
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Susan is now seven months pregnant, and her mother is treating her like valuable china as is Thomas. To become the perfect father, Thomas attends classes and returns home with all sorts of leaflets and a fake baby to look after.
Survival (Episode 9)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-05-31
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: A friendly game of family cards turns sour. Edward leaves in a fit of pique, only to encounter heavy snow, meaning the whole family has to spend the night together, under the same roof, where tempers get somewhat exercised.
Onto Us a Child (Episode 10)
Writer: Sid Green
Air date: 1980-06-07
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Thomas gets an early morning call, Susan is set to have the baby. Thomas finds the whole thing somewhat overwhelming. William and Edward are set on the birth of a baby boy.
Seasons
Episodes 7
Episodes 6
Episodes 10