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Playing the Field

1998–20025 seasonsKay Mellor
IMDb 7.4

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The on-the-field trials and tribulations and the off-the-field lives, loves and infidelities of 'The Castlefield Blues', an under funded, badly managed ladies football team from South Yorkshire in the north of England whose loyalty to the team, the game and each other far exceeds their chances of ever winning the championship.

Drama
Women's Football (soccer)YorkshireFootball (soccer)

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What is Playing the Field (1998) about?

The on-the-field trials and tribulations and the off-the-field lives, loves and infidelities of 'The Castlefield Blues', an under funded, badly managed ladies football team from South Yorkshire in the north of England whose loyalty to the team, the game and each other far exceeds their chances of ever winning the championship.

Who stars in Playing the Field?

Playing the Field stars Marsha Thomason (Sharon Pearce), Gaynor Faye (Holly Quinn), Debra Stephenson (Diane Powell), Lorraine Ashbourne (Geraldine Powell), Lesley Sharp (Theresa Mullen). The series was created by Kay Mellor.

How many seasons does Playing the Field have?

Playing the Field has 5 seasons. There are 32 episodes in total.

Is Playing the Field worth watching?

Playing the Field holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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