Allan Prior
Director
Howards' Way (1985)
Series 2
The BBC's answer to Dynasty, Howards' Way was launched in 1985 with an enormous 1 million pound budget. The main characters in the show were 'best boat designer in the world' Tom Howard, his boutique running wife Jan Howard, 'I'll have a drink' Jack Rolfe and a nasty man called Ken Masters. It starred Maurice Colbourne.
Released Sept. 1, 1985
Episode 50 min
None+
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Production Companies: BBC Birmingham
Network: BBC One
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
S2E1 - Episode 14
Whilst the mermaid celebrated another successful launch, its future hangs in the balance at a London court. The mysterious disappearance of lovelorn Lynne causes panic.
Sept. 4, 1986, midnight
S2E2 - Episode 15
Brittle Polly Urquhart is delighted by the arrival of American stud Orin. Lynne's amnesia leaves her living in a world of strangers and news from France threatens Tarrant's bourgeoning fashion scene.
Sept. 11, 1986, midnight
S2E3 - Episode 16
Environmentalist Leo comes to blows with creepy Ken Masters over the development of a local beauty spot. Patriarch Tom resorts to desperate measures to hep Lynne.
Sept. 18, 1986, midnight
S2E4 - Episode 17
As leather-clad Leo mourns for the birds, Mr Shellet plots a dangerous revenge. Ken's ambivalence towards Claude's designs enrages dazzling Jan and silver fox Charles puts a scheme in motion.
Sept. 25, 1986, midnight
S2E5 - Episode 18
Lynne’s transatlantic venture drives a wedge between Tom and Jan. Resistance to the marina development gathers momentum and Jack delivers Shellet an ultimatum.
Oct. 2, 1986, midnight
S2E6 - Episode 19
There’s concern across Tarrant as Lynne disappears from radar. Abby’s mothering abilities are called into question and the press get wind of swanky Charles’s plans…
Oct. 9, 1986, midnight
S2E7 - Episode 20
Ken’s cloak-and-dagger attempts to frighten Leo don’t have the required results. An opinionated visitor forces an impossible decision on Abby and an affectionate gesture from Tom emphasises Jack’s increasing distance from the yard.
Oct. 16, 1986, midnight
S2E8 - Episode 21
Polly’s revelation leaves fertile Charles in a quandary. Jack’s behaviour causes concern at home and the boatyard, forcing wily Avril into a boardroom decision.
Oct. 23, 1986, midnight
S2E9 - Episode 22
The old firm is back in business, Bill!” Gerald forces a reconciliation with Charles. Abby’s involvement in the local environmental group causes concern for Leo and Jack agrees to a controversial commission.
Oct. 30, 1986, midnight
S2E10 - Episode 23
Oh, happy day! France and Britain are joined in matrimony. Charles’ interests in the Mermaid ruffle feathers in the boardrooms of London and Abby confuses politics with desire.
Nov. 6, 1986, midnight
S2E11 - Episode 24
Abby is seduced by the icy blue eyes of sexy but dangerous fanatic Curtis Jaeger. Leo and Jan come to blows and Tom is left reeling by Avril’s cold and concrete business heart.
Nov. 13, 1986, midnight
S2E12 - Episode 25
Darling Jan proves she’s as wonderful a daughter as she is a mother and lover. Charles finally gains control of the boatyard, but is it just business he’s after? What future is there for the Mermaid when tragedy strikes the Lynnette?
Nov. 20, 1986, midnight
S2E13 - Episode 26
Charles and Abby come to a resolution. Claude’s designs dazzle the London Fashion Show, but hearts break and blood is spilt on the beaches and blouses of Tarrant.
Nov. 27, 1986, midnight
Network: BBC One
Episode Runtime: 50 min.
Season Runtime: 3900 min.
Released: Sept. 1, 1985
Last Air Date: Nov. 29, 1990, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
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