Episode 1067
"Episode 1067" | |
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Casualty episode | |
Episode no. | Series 32 Episode 18 |
Directed by | Julie Edwards |
Written by | Dana Fainaru |
Produced by |
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Featured music | "I Promise" − Radiohead |
Original air date | 6 January 2018 |
Running time | 50 minutes[1] |
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Episode 1067 is the eighteenth episode of the
The majority of the episode is set in London and the scenes were filmed on-location across one day in September 2017. Despite being filmed in September, the scenes were set in winter. Crew struggled to display this as passers-by were wearing summer clothing. Rainsford enjoyed filming in the city, although he felt it had a negative effect on the following day's filming. Episode 1067 also features the continuation of Dylan Keogh's (William Beck) alcoholism storyline. Actress Linda Marlowe guest starred in the episode for the storyline. The episode was promoted through promotional trailers, and was watched by 4.9 million viewers in a 28-day period. While Louise McCreesh of Digital Spy called the episode "emotional" and "heartbreaking", other elements of the episode were criticised for their lack of realism by critics and viewers alike.
Plot
Acting clinical lead
Production
Episode 1067 is written by Dana Fainaru, directed by Julie Edwards and produced by Jo Johnson.
On 28 September 2017, Rainsford shared images that revealed he was filming in
Connie makes the decision to travel to London to get treatment, despite advice from other medical professionals. A show insider explained that Connie understands that the likelihood that she will survive is "slim" as she is a trained cardiothoracic surgeon. They commented, "She's not prepared to just sit around and wait."[13] Sarah Ellis of Inside Soap observed that Ethan is forced into "a mission of mercy" when Connie orders him to drive her to London for surgery that Arianne has agreed to perform.[13] Rainsford described Connie and Ethan's journey to London as a "road trip".[12] However, when they arrive, Ethan discovers that Arianne has not agreed to any surgery. When Ethan confesses that he has a Huntington's disease diagnosis, he and Connie agree to spend time in London. The show spokesperson pointed out that it is "unusual to see Connie letting her guard down".[13]
The episode explores Connie and Ethan's friendship. Rainsford thought that the couple had formed "this special bond".[12] Connie and Ethan sit together beside the landmark Tower Bridge and Connie reminisces about her medical training. A show insider liked the scene and described it as "lovely".[13] Connie then kisses Ethan, which the insider explained made the situation "very awkward, very quickly!"[13] When Ethan does not respond, Connie is "mortified" and rushes off.[13] In her hotel room, Connie rejects Ethan and begins ignoring him.[2] Connie becomes "desperate" and tries drowning herself in the bathtub, forcing Arianne to operate on her.[2] When Connie's condition deteriorates, her friend, Charlie Fairhead (Derek Thompson), is called and rushes to London.[2] Connie's operation is successful and the tumour is removed. Following the broadcast of the episode, Mealing confirmed that she is remaining with the drama after speculation arose about whether she would be leaving.[15] Rainsford explained that it would not be "an easy ride" for Connie and Ethan afterwards and added, "All I can say is that there is a lot more in store for both of them."[12]
Episode 1067 also sees the continuation of Dylan Keogh's (William Beck) alcoholism storyline. Actress Linda Marlowe was hired to portray Gloira Rhodes in the episode as part of Dylan's storyline.[14] Gloira is billed as a "stern ex-teacher".[14] On the development in the storyline, an Inside Soap journalist stated, "Dylan's drinking spirals out of control this week".[16] Dylan receives a call from Charlie to inform him that he is late for work, forcing him to drive while still drunk from the previous night.[16] On his journey to work, Dylan nearly runs over Gloria and she suspects that he has been drinking. She decides to blackmail Dylan into finding her a nursing home that will accept her dog.[14]
Promotion and broadcast
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"Next Time: Episode 18" A promotional trailer for the episode | |
"Episode 18 – Preview Clip" A preview clip of the episode |
On 8 December 2017, the show released a trailer displaying Winter storylines, which previewed scenes filmed in London and Connie's battle with an aggressive
Reception
The episode received a seven-day rating of 4.69 million viewers, which is a decrease of 370,000 viewers from the previous episode.[20] Ratings rose to 4.9 million viewers after a 28-day period.[20] In the week of broadcast, episode 1067 was the twenty-third most-watched programme on BBC One.[20]
Reilly (What's on TV) thought that Dylan had "met his match" with Gloira,
References
- ^ a b c d Writer: Dana Fainaru; Director: Julie Edwards; Producer: Jo Johnson (6 January 2018). "Episode 18". Casualty. BBC. BBC One.
- ^ a b c d e "Dying Connie makes a final attempt to save her life..." What's on TV. Retrieved 12 January 2018.
- ^ a b c Reilly, Elaine (19 December 2017). "George Rainsford: 'Ethan's story heats up at Christmas and New Year'". What's on TV. Retrieved 24 January 2018.
- ^ Reilly, Elaine (29 September 2017). "Casualty star George Rainsford: 'Ethan's getting tough on Connie!'". What's on TV. Retrieved 22 January 2018.
- ^ a b Reilly, Elaine (1 December 2017). "Amanda Mealing: 'Connie's a war horse... but it's been tough to film her cancer storyline'". What's on TV. Retrieved 24 January 2018.
- ^ @BBCCasualty (12 January 2018). "Did you know it took 2 HOURS to apply a 'bald cap' on Amanda Mealing (Connie)?! You can still watch Saturday's emotional episode right now! http://bbc.in/2FtyC7x" (Tweet). Retrieved 28 May 2018 – via Twitter.
- ^ Writer: Robert Goldsbrough; Director: Francis Annan; Producer: Irma Inniss (9 January 2018). "Ready or Not". Holby City. BBC. BBC One.
- ^ Rainsford, George [@georgerainsford] (28 September 2017). "#London #filming #Casualty" (Tweet). Retrieved 7 January 2018 – via Twitter.
- ^ Mealing, Amanda [@amanda_mealing] (29 September 2017). "Ah! Filming in my home town. #LoveLondon". Instagram. Archived from the original on 24 December 2021. Retrieved 7 January 2018.
- ^ @BBCCasualty (3 October 2017). "We were filming in central London last week! Can you spot a certain Doctor? #Casualty #BehindtheScenes" (Tweet). Retrieved 7 January 2018 – via Twitter.
- ^ Reilly, Elaine (22 January 2018). "George Rainsford, aka Ethan: 'All of us on Casualty are going to the NTAs!'". What's on TV. Retrieved 1 February 2018.
- ^ a b c d e Dainty, Sophie (3 January 2018). "Casualty star George Rainsford spills the beans on Connie and Ethan's big London episode". Digital Spy. Retrieved 28 May 2018.
- ^ a b c d e f Ellis, Sarah (6–12 January 2018). "The end for Connie?". Inside Soap. 2017 (53): 15.
- ^ a b c d e Reilly, Elaine (29 December 2017). "Dylan's career in Casualty is threatened by special EastEnders guest star Linda Marlowe!". What's on TV. Retrieved 28 May 2018.
- ^ Dainty, Sophie (8 January 2018). "Casualty star Amanda Mealing confirms she has no plans to leave Connie Beauchamp role". Digital Spy. Retrieved 1 February 2018.
- ^ a b "Dylan's drunk!". Inside Soap. 2017 (53): 29. 6–12 January 2018.
- ^ Chapman, Tom (8 December 2017). "Casualty's winter trailer is jam-packed with robbery, tragedy and even a slap". Digital Spy. Retrieved 6 January 2018.
- ^ "Next Time: Episode 18 (S32)". BBC Online. 30 December 2017. Retrieved 6 January 2018.
- ^ "Episode 18 (Preview Clip)". BBC Online. 5 January 2018. Retrieved 6 January 2018.
- ^ Broadcasters' Audience Research Board. Retrieved 20 January 2018.
- ^ a b Graham, Alison. "Series 32 – Episode 18". Radio Times. Retrieved 28 May 2018.
- ^ Hearst Magazines UK. Retrieved 23 July 2018.
External links
- "Episode 1067" at BBC Online
- "Episode 1067" at IMDb