Dave finds himself a single father to four children after his wife dies unexpectedly. Will he find love after heartbreak? Four-part relationship drama starring David Tennant and Suranne Jones.

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Episode 4

4/4 Matt begs Sarah for another chance, and Dave finds himself re-evaluating everything.

Sun 31 Oct 2010 21:00 BBC One

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  • Quick guide to Single Father

    "Single Father is a love story - or rather a collection of love stories - between Dave and Rita, Dave and Sarah, and Dave and his kids - plus others!" (Mick Ford, series writer).

  • Dave (David Tennant)

    Dave (David Tennant)

    Dave's a lovely bloke who adores Rita. He's a good dad to their three kids, an excellent stepdad to Lucy and a great provider but, on the whole, he's happy to let Rita deal with the children and the home, which makes coping alone all the more difficult.

    Watch clips from episode one and read our interview with David Tennant

  • Sarah (Suranne Jones)

    Sarah (Suranne Jones)

    Rita’s best friend, Sarah is a teacher at the school where Rita works as a classroom assistant. Gorgeous, and always quick to smile, Sarah lives with partner Matt and seems happy, although kids aren't on the agenda yet. Devastated by Rita’s death, Sarah is there for Dave as a friend whenever he needs help, until…

    Watch clips from episode two and read our interview with Suranne Jones

  • Rita (Laura Fraser)

    Rita (Laura Fraser)

    Rita had Lucy when she was still at college and met Dave two years later. Relationship-wise she gave Dave a run for his money - but he hung in there and together they’ve raised a family and made a good life. Her sudden death leaves a gaping hole.

  • The Kids

    The Kids

    Tanya (Sophie Kennedy Clark) - Dave’s 18-year-old daughter by his first marriage.

    Lucy (Natasha Watson) - Rita's 15-year-old daughter from a previous relationship.

    Paul (Chris Hegarty) - Rita and Dave's 11-year-old son.

    Ewan (Robert Dickson) - Rita and Dave's nine-year-old son.

    Evie (Millie Innes) - Rita and Dave's five-year-old daughter.

  • Writer's blog

    Writer's blog

    Series writer Mick Ford: "I'm a bit nervous and a bit protective. I haven't felt like this with other things I've written."

    Read Mick Ford's blog

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