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Name: Mile High
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 16 February 2003
Cast: Nichola Theobald

TV-MA
2003
2 Seasons
7.1 (981)

Mile High was a British television show produced by British Sky Broadcasting from 2003 to 2005. The show was set in the fictional low-cost airline called Fresh!, based on the real-life airline easyJet. It follows the lives and dramas of the crew and passengers of the airline as they travel to various destinations across the world. The series is known for its mixture of comedy and drama, with a focus on the personal and professional relationships of the central characters.

The show features an ensemble cast that includes Nichola Theobald, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Jo-Anne Knowles, Naomi Ryan, and Adam Sinclair. Nichola Theobald plays the role of Janis Steele, a feisty and rebellious senior cabin crew member who often clashes with management and other colleagues. Julian Rhind-Tutt plays the role of Will O'Brien, the charming and womanising captain of Fresh!; Jo-Anne Knowles plays the role of Lehann Evans, a new stewardess trying to make a good impression; Naomi Ryan plays the role of Lorna Christie, a former stripper hoping to leave her past behind her and start a new life; and Adam Sinclair plays the role of Marco Bailey, a young and inexperienced first officer who is often eager to prove himself.

The show's first season premiered on April 16, 2003, with six episodes. The second season followed on March 10, 2004, also with six episodes. Each episode has a running time of approximately 45 minutes. The show was cancelled in 2005 after two seasons.

Mile High is known for its diverse storylines and characters. The show tackles issues such as workplace romances, office politics, sexual harassment, alcoholism, drug abuse, and dealing with difficult passengers. Each episode features a different set of passengers with their unique set of problems and dramas, ranging from holidaymakers to business executives, to football fans, and even celebrities.

The show is also notable for its depiction of the airline industry, with a focus on the inner workings and culture of low-cost carriers. It portrays the lifestyle of cabin crew members and pilots, their training, work schedule, and interactions with other crew members and passengers. The show also features realistic depictions of in-flight emergencies such as turbulence, medical emergencies, and technical problems.

Mile High has received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the show for its refreshing take on the traditional soap opera format with its humorous and light-hearted tone, while others criticised it for its cliched and exaggerated characters and storylines.

Despite its mixed reviews, Mile High was well-received by audiences and developed a cult following during its run. It was known for its catchy theme song, "Love Is in the Air" by John Paul Young, which became popular among fans of the show.

In conclusion, Mile High is a British television show that was produced by British Sky Broadcasting from 2003 to 2005. The show follows the lives and dramas of the crew and passengers of the fictional low-cost airline called Fresh!. The show features an ensemble cast that includes Nichola Theobald, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Jo-Anne Knowles, Naomi Ryan, and Adam Sinclair. The show is known for its mixture of comedy and drama, with a focus on the personal and professional relationships of the central characters. Despite its mixed reviews, Mile High was well-received by audiences and developed a cult following during its run.

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Seasons

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26. Episode 26

July 20, 2005

Captain Croker's ex looks to old faces to exact her revenge on the philandering pilot. And Will's awaiting test results that could change his life.

25. Episode 25

July 13, 2005

While flight delays cause a passenger revolt, Captain Peterson deals with the repercussions of his arrest by making a life-changing decision.

24. Episode 24

July 6, 2005

When safety inspectors turn up unannounced on Janis's flight, Lehann and Will set about sabotaging it. But Janis takes unexpectedly drastic action.

23. Episode 23

June 29, 2005

When Croker and Lorna head to Brighton for a romantic weekend, one thing they didn't reckon on was Gay Pride, and with it, some uninvited guests.

22. Episode 22

June 22, 2005

Will's being punished and gets stuck on the flight with the mail. But things look up when he spots sacks full of money on board.

21. Episode 21

June 15, 2005

Janis and Ed face a traumatic situation at work, but when Janis opens up to Dan, things go from bad to worse.

20. Episode 20

June 8, 2005

More in-flight antics. When she's re-routed to Bahrain, Rachel impresses an important passenger. But who will win the Employee of the Year award?

19. Episode 19

June 1, 2005

Will's new management role makes it hard for him to fit in with his old crew while on a flight to Paris.

18. Episode 18

November 14, 2004

Will returns to head office, full of new-management speak, courtesy of the training course he's been sent on to prepare him for his new position. A flash car, office and his own secretary have done nothing to minimise the contempt he still feels for certain senior staff. His radical solution, aimed at both annihilating those he personally dislikes, and at the same time achieving his targets for cost-cutting and redundancies, comes back to haunt him as his old foe prove they are unwilling to go without a fight. Meanwhile Poppy reeling from the tragic death of her brother in episode 17, finds escape from her loss in a hedonistic and trust-fund-rich passenger, Geneveve, who wants to party hard and needs some friends to accompany her. Poppy goes on a big night out but hits the ground hard the next day. Ed whom she blames for Jack's death anxiously looks on.

17. Episode 17

November 7, 2004

Lehann, Lorna and Rachel are on a flight to Kosovo, dropping off new troops, and returning with those at the end of their tour of duty. It's a windfall of a flight with the squaddies keen to get their hands on any contraband they can, knowing it will be the last they see of such luxuries for a while. The girls make a killing and the return flight promises more of the same, but an outbreak of fighting near the runway means they're grounded and have to overnight at the military base. After a staid dinner in the officers' mess they retire, only to meet up with their soldier-pals from the earlier flight which leads to an illicit booze-fuelled party on the plane. Will the Major get to act out his fantasy if it means they keep their jobs? Meanwhile, con artist extraordinaire, Jack, meets his match in queen-of-scams, Jackie, who needs to raise funds to pay the final instalment of her pneumatically-inspired breast enlargement. The plan seems failsafe and promises rich pickings for both of them

16. Episode 16

October 31, 2004

Poppy and Ed are rostered on a flight to Kos, ready to depart, when two newly weds rush on at the last moment. Ready to congratulate them with champagne the bride's face freezes and Ed is lost for words as they recognize each other from her hen night, when The Goldenboys were the star act. Pretending not to know each other things go progressively downhill as the new Mr and Mrs Edwards have to start their honeymoon without their luggage, or any documentation. Poppy has the bright idea of sharing the crew rooms, which should encourage her on-off romance with Ed, but things as ever go alarmingly awry. Meanwhile Janis helps Dan out by accompanying him on another trip across the channel in an effort to repay his debt. Unbeknown to them Croker's secret plan reaches fruition and he does the dirty, dialling 999. They land to a police welcoming committee acting on the tip-off. Rachel is tormented by the decision she has ahead of her and allows both men in her life to think the baby is theirs. M

15. Episode 15

October 24, 2004

The Office's Ewan Macintosh guests as Fat Ian who is involved in some dodgy dealing with Dan, while Rachel lets Dan and Mike both think they've fathered her baby.

14. Episode 14

October 17, 2004

Poppy is refusing to celebrate her 18th birthday despite being enroute to Barcelona with Will and Lorna, a combination that spells out late nights and hangovers. As it is she disembarks with a black eye to rival anything in a boxing ring and is even more determined to get an early night in front of the box. However she hasn't reckoned on the power of the two combined, and succumbs to Lorna's high-camp artistry with a make-up brush and reluctantly accompanies them to El Shafto to watch a drag act. To her dismay and intense embarrassment The Goldenboys pluck her out of the crowd, and her humiliation is compounded as she has to crawl off the stage on her knees, unintentionally attached to a man covered in not much more than gold paint. Meanwhile a flight from Monastir returns just after take-off and is grounded because of a health scare. Having to wait three hours for a port doctor to exam the sickly child adds to Rachel's tension as she debates whether to tell Dan her news. The patient's

13. Episode 13

October 10, 2004

While Captains Croker and Peterson are tested to see if they are worthy of retaining their stripes, Janis and Rachel try to sabotage their efforts.

12. Episode 12

October 3, 2004

The crew encounter a therapist who specialises in preparing anxious passengers for flying, and the stewardesses have to cope with a highly strung woman who has a crush on Captain Croker.

11. Episode 11

September 26, 2004

Captain Croker is ensnared by the amorous attentions of two women on his flight, and Lehann has to identify what's causing a nasty smell, which won't go away.

10. Episode 10

September 19, 2004

Susie moves into the crew flat disguising herself as a flight attendant from Goldstar but she's actually a cleaner for Fresh!, this ends in tragedy. Also Dan, Lehann and Rachel find themselves in trouble when they meet Rachels' husband, Mike in Toronto.

9. Episode 9

September 12, 2004

Tension mounts between Captains Croker and Peterson as they both try to assume command of the plane.

8. Episode 8

September 5, 2004

As Fresh amalgamate with larger airline Goldstar, the crew are concerned by the rumours of mass redundancies.

7. Episode 7

April 4, 2004

A flight destined for Malaga is thrown into chaos when a young Asian is overheard ringing his family to say goodbye and asking for forgiveness - provoking other passengers to take matters into their own hands.

6. Episode 6

March 28, 2004

Will decides to see if he can charm his way back into the boss's good books, while Jack is confronted by a terrified passenger who is desperate to get on a plane.

5. Episode 5

March 21, 2004

Lehann goes to court on smuggling charges. Carole charters a plane and is enjoying Will's company much to Janice's annoyance. Charlotte brings Jack back to the UK to help Lehann.

4. Episode 4

March 14, 2004

A serious situation arises when Lehann is accused of drug smuggling and Poppy's calls for a safety check on a cracked plane door are ignored.

3. Episode 3

March 7, 2004

Lehann realises she still has feelings for Marvin, but wonders if the magician can be trusted, and Jack is willing to do anything in his quest to buy girlfriend Lucy an impressive engagement ring.

2. Episode 2

February 29, 2004

Poppy signs up to join the team so she can pursue Marco, but finds he is still hung up over Janis, who in turn is moving in with Captain Croker

1. Episode 1

February 22, 2004

Marco catches Janis and Nigel having sex on a plane and is horrified to learn that CCTV camera's have been installed on selected 737's; meanwhile Jack's sister Poppy is saved from drowning.

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