The quiet life of Oxford professor James Westgate is shattered when he is introduced to Penny, the wife of his crass new colleague.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Bob PeckJames Westgate | James Westgate |
 Miranda RichardsonPenny Newhouse | Penny Newhouse |
 Barry FosterDerek | Derek |
 Gary WaldhornBoris | Boris |
 Mary MillarDeirdre | Deirdre |
| RReina JamesAmanda | Amanda |
| RRichard BrennerWilkins | Wilkins |
| JJohn GillPotts | Potts |
| NNigel NevinsonDoctor | Doctor |
| SSarah ButlerYoung Penny | Young Penny |
| RRichard GrantYoung James | Young James |
| DDerek WarePilkington | Pilkington |