As Time Goes By is a British sitcom that aired on BBC One from 1992 to 2005. Starring Judi Dench and Geoffrey Palmer, it follows the relationship between two former lovers who meet unexpectedly after not being in contact for 38 years.
The programme's title is a reference to the popular song "As Time Goes By", which was also used as the title music, recorded by Joe Fagin.
The show was written by Bob Larbey , who had co-written The Good Life. In 2004, As Time Goes By came 29th in Britain's Best Sitcom. http://www.bbc.co.uk/sitcom/top11to100.shtml
Lionel and Jean were lovers many years ago at the time of the Korean War. They are separated by a misunderstanding but meet again by chance when Lionel needs a secretary from Jean's firm. He takes her daughter, Judy, out on a date and discovers she is Jean's daughter. The two reunite and fall back in love. Written by Christopher Rothbauer
