Tensions mount as jealousy, lust and shame combine to test the five flatmates.

Let's Get It On

Anna and Miles have doubts about each other after finally getting together at a party. Egg says goodbye to both his father and his writing career. Milly is taken aback by the arrival of an attractive new trainee at the firm.

Last Tango In Southwark

Anna attends an interview at a well-to-do firm of solicitors.

Coming Together

Anna hopes to rekindle her romance with Miles.

Happy Families

Egg takes on a medical negligence case and becomes emotionally involved with a client.

Living Dangerously

Delilah outstays her welcome and Anna resorts to devious means to get her way.

Sex, Lies and Muesli Yoghurt

Egg takes his work worries to a therapist but finds that football is the only way forward.

Fantasy Football

Warren fears that Kira might 'out' him to the rest of the family.

Family Outing

Anna has a one-night stand, but discovers that there's no such thing as casual sex.

Brief Encounter

Milly is losing patience with Egg's novel-writing career.

Cheap Thrills

Warren decides to stop living a lie, Milly and O'Donnell become closer.

Just Sex

O'Donnell could prove to be Milly's knight in shining armour.

Father Figure

Anna throws herself into her work, only to find herself up against Miles on a case, while Milly loses her cool. Kira's career suffers a setback. A dinner party is interrupted by Warren's ex-lover Ferdy.

Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?

Ferdy's mixed signals are causing problems for Warren. Anna blames Miles for spreading rumours at work. And Milly loses patience when Egg goes on a gambling spree.

The Bi Who Came In From The Cold

Warren begins losing patience with Ferdy, and his efforts to relieve his stress get him into trouble. Miles finds there is no such thing as uncomplicated sex after he resorts to the lonely hearts pages. Egg starts a new job, while Milly finds it difficult being the boss.

How to Get in Bed by Advertising

Warren's arrest has become common knowledge, and threatens to destroy a promising career. Ferdy is tempted to go back to his ex.

Small Town Boyo

Warren faces the indignity of having to be part of an identity parade and appear in court. When Milly's boss forbids her from representing him, Anna steps in. Egg is left in the lurch with Nicki after a misunderstanding at the cafe. Kira plays hard to get after a night out with Jo. Ferdy's attempts to win round Miles backfire.

Unusual Suspect

Warren is planning a world tour, but is he ready to finish his therapy? Milly and Miles disagree about who should take his room. Egg learns something new about Nicki. And Ferdy's sexual confusion is heightened when he ends up on a date with Kira and Jo.

He's Leaving Home

Miles takes matters into his own hands when the search for a new flatmate begins. Anna considers desperate measures to get work. Kira's strategy with Jo is starting to pay off.

Room With a Queue

Ferdy has an explosive encounter with his ex. Rachel finds a tactful way of letting Miles down gently. Nicki confides in Egg about the father of her child. And sexism at chambers sends Anna in search of sisterhood.

Men Behaving Sadly

Milly agonises over whether or not to accompany O'Donnell on a business trip to Paris. Miles and Egg get an unexpected visit from the police. Jo has to beat a hasty retreat from Kelly.

When the Dope Comes In

The vote for Anna's tenancy is imminent, and Miles starts a whispering campaign against her. Kira arranges a date for Ferdy. Milly is brooding about Rachel and O'Donnell in Paris. And Egg has no luck getting on a catering course.

She's Gotta Get It

Milly is suspicious of Rachel and O'Donnell's new rapport since the trip to Paris. A visitor to the house arouses Ferdy's interest. Anna's celebration with Sarah does not quite go as planned. Miles still resists his father's invitation.

The Plumber Always Rings Twice

Miles and Anna become professional rivals. Nicki is upset by Egg's betrayal.

Wish You Were Queer

Will Miles make a hasty decision about his new girlfriend? Milly and Rachel's relationship comes to a head. And a lost condom sends Jo into a panic.

Who's That Girl?

Milly throws caution to the wind when Egg accuses her of being boring. Anna gets some news from home. Ferdy needs some time on his own.

From Here to Maternity

Egg's younger brother comes to stay and finds a friend in Anna. Milly's reckless behaviour nearly gives the game away. Anna settles on alternative plans for her mother's funeral. And Kira tells Jo where to go.

One Bedding and a Funeral

Miles offers Anna a shoulder to cry on. Milly begins to see the downside of her actions.

The Secret of My Excess

Egg's expectations for the opening night at the cafe prove to be slightly overambitious. Ferdy opts for a one-night stand. Kira and Kelly make plans for the future.

Diet Hard

Miles wins his case, but Francesca has convinced herself that he does not want to go through with the wedding. Milly panics when a stupid lie backfires. Anna lets Miles in on an alarming secret, and Ferdy confesses all to Lenny.

Milly Liar

Milly discovers the truth about O'Donnell's personal life. Miles becomes increasingly attracted to Anna on his stag night. Nicki puts her foot down at the cafe.

Secrets and Wives

Can Miles go through with the wedding? Will Anna be able to deal with it if he does? Will Egg and Milly's new-found happiness last? Will Ferdy finally come to terms with his sexuality?

Apocalypse Wow!

Five aspiring lawyers are aiming for the top - but behind the scenes they're a mess of love, drugs and excess.

All Episodes of This Life

Season 1

Let's Get It On

Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/3/1996

Coming Together

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/18/1996

Happy Families

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/25/1996

Living Dangerously

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/1/1996

Sex, Lies and Muesli Yoghurt

Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/8/1996

Fantasy Football

Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/15/1996

Family Outing

Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/22/1996

Brief Encounter

Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 4/29/1996

Cheap Thrills

Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/6/1996

Just Sex

Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 5/13/1996

Father Figure

Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/20/1996