Episode 1

46m 9s

It’s 1964. Beauty queen Barbara Parker leaves Blackpool for London and embarks on her haphazard
dream to work in show business.

Previews + Extras

  • Barbara Offends a Customer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Barbara Offends a Customer

    S1 E1 - 1m 32s

    New to the job, Barbara gives her best shot at assisting a customer – but in giving her honest opinion, ends up offending the woman instead. Later, Barbara is told off by her boss. Stream Funny Woman now on pbs.org and the PBS App.

  • Meeting Her Agent: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Meeting Her Agent

    S1 E1 - 4m 3s

    Feeling disheartened by her current situation in London, Barbara pays a visit to Brian Debenham. Brian tells Barbara she has star quality, but notes that while Barbara may have the ambition to pursue acting, her lack of experience may prove to be an obstacle to her success. Stream Funny Woman now on pbs.org and the PBS App.

  • Barbara Lands Herself an Audition: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Barbara Lands Herself an Audition

    S1 E1 - 4m 13s

    Barbara, determined to be seen for the comedy playhouse, sneaks her way into an audition. Once inside, she meets the producer, writers, and star of the show – only to then realize she doesn’t have the audition material prepared. Stream Funny Woman now on pbs.org and the PBS App.

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