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Playing the Field: all seasons, episodes and where it airs in the UK
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Playing the Field is a UK drama and romance series on BBC One, which ran from 1998 to 2002, with 5 seasons and 32 episodes.
Playing the Field has ended; its final episode aired on Sunday, February 10, 2002.
Playing the Field seasons (5 seasons, 32 episodes)
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | March 8, 1998 | April 12, 1998 |
| Season 2 | 7 | February 18, 1999 | April 1, 1999 |
| Season 3 | 6 | February 1, 2000 | March 9, 2000 |
| Season 4 | 7 | July 13, 2000 | August 24, 2000 |
| Season 5 | 6 | January 6, 2002 | February 10, 2002 |
Original UK air dates on BBC One.
Common questions
How many seasons of Playing the Field are there?
Playing the Field has 5 seasons and 32 episodes, first airing on Sunday, March 8, 1998.
Has Playing the Field ended?
Playing the Field has ended; its final episode aired on Sunday, February 10, 2002.
What channel is Playing the Field on in the UK?
Playing the Field aired on BBC One. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.
Who stars in Playing the Field?
The main cast includes Jo McInnes, Melanie Hill, Lorraine Ashbourne, Chris Walker.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved October 11, 2026.