| Gerald Middleton, is a taciturn and methodical man, a creature of habit who likes to have his daily routine undisturbed. Separated from his wife and disapproving of his youngest son’s job Gerald’s life and work are starting to lose their meaning. Keenly aware of his faults and the void that he has created around himself Middleton is forced back into the world once again as events from his past begin to catch up with him. |
| Name | Character | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Kate Winslet | Caroline Jenington | 3 |
| Daniel Craig | Gilbert Stokesay | 3 |
| Elizabeth Spriggs | Inge Middleton | 3 |
| Nicholas Jones | Robin Middleton | 3 |
| Tara Fitzgerald | Young Dollie Stokesay | 3 |
| Deborah Findlay | Kay Consett | 3 |
| Douglas Hodge | Young Gerald Middleton | 3 |
| Kate Maberly | Young Kay | 3 |
| Amanda Mealing | Elvira Portway | 3 |
| David Ryall | Frank Rammage | 3 |
| Oliver Ford Davies | Professor Stokesay | 3 |
| Simon Chandler | John Middleton | 3 |
| Rachael Weaver | Mother | 3 |