Classic Television - Nanny

UK Drama - BBC 1 - 1981 - 1983

The life of a children's nurse in the 1930's

Dreamt up by actress Wendy Craig, who submitted the idea under the pen-name of Jonathan Marr. Nanny is the story of Barbara Gray, a traditional children's carer, working in the homes of the rich and noble. She begins her new career in 1932, having trained as a nanny after the break-up of her marriage (Barbara has been unable to have children of her own). Her enlightened approach makes her a popular and trustworthy choice for wealthy parents, although she regularly moves from home to home. On her new marriage to Sam Taverner, Barbara is generally expected to give up her vocation but, contrary to the mood of the times, she prefers to continue in her profession. Craig's idea was developed into three series of scripts, most penned by the NO-HONESTLY husband and wife team of Charlotte Bingham and Terence Bingham.

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