Auf Wiedersehen Pet Season 1 Episode 3 The Girls They Left Behind
- January 1, 1983
- 50 min
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8.3 (108)
In "Auf Wiedersehen Pet" season 1 episode 3, entitled "The Girls They Left Behind," the lads are struggling to cope with being away from their loved ones. Oz is especially homesick, and after receiving a letter from Marjorie, he finds himself missing her more than ever.
Meanwhile, Wayne is struggling with his own problems - he's just received a letter from his wife demanding a divorce. Desperate and alone, Wayne turns to Dennis for support, but Dennis is preoccupied with his own love life. He's been dating Dagmar, a local woman, but she's beginning to make demands he's not sure he's ready to meet.
As the episode progresses, the boys start to feel the strain of being away from their partners. Barry and Neville both receive letters from their wives, but they don't bring the reassurance they'd hoped for. Meanwhile, Bomber gets a surprise visit from his girlfriend, who's travelled all the way from England to see him.
As the group continue their work at the German building site, tensions rise and it becomes increasingly clear that they're all struggling. Nevertheless, they manage to find solace in each other's company and the banter they share. In particular, there are some great one-liners from Oz and Dennis, who remain the life and soul of the group.
Overall, "The Girls They Left Behind" is a bittersweet episode that captures the ups and downs of being far away from home. It's a reminder that life goes on, even when you're not there to witness it. But despite the difficulties they're facing, the lads remain hopeful and determined to make the most of their time in Germany.