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Butterflies

Suburban housewife Ria feels trapped in a life of monotony and emotional neglect as her husband's lack of intimacy and connection leaves her yearning for more.

A middle-aged woman, Ria, is suffocating under the monotony of her seemingly perfect marriage, feeling invisible and unappreciated by her butterfly enthusiast husband.

Episodes:

Episode 1 When Ria Met Leonard

1. When Ria Met Leonard

Aired: Nov 10, 1978

Ria Parkinson feels adrift, her sense of purpose fading as she searches for a...

Episode 2 Breaking the Silence

2. Breaking the Silence

Aired: Nov 17, 1978

Ria's cooking skills are put to the test, leading her to use emotional tactic...

Episode 3 Thinking About a Job

3. Thinking About a Job

Aired: Nov 24, 1978

Ria's desire for independence conflicts with Ben's disapproval of her seeking...

Episode 4 How About Lunch?

4. How About Lunch?

Aired: Dec 1, 1978

Leonard's attempt to rekindle his connection with Ria is foiled when a note i...

Episode 5 The Lovers

5. The Lovers

Aired: Dec 8, 1978

Russell's passion for art leads him to take daring measures to protect the pr...

Episode 6 He'll Have to Go

6. He'll Have to Go

Aired: Dec 15, 1978

Adam hides his new haircut and wears a crash helmet at home to avoid Ben's re...

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Info about Butterflies

Seasons: 4

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Comedy, Romance