The Secret Life of Us: episode guide


The Truth About Cats and Dogs (Part One)

Episode 4.01
Australian premiere: Wednesday, February 18, 2004

Kelly and Evan have had it with the tenants upstairs (Adam, Lucy and Nikki). If they’re not hogging the communal washing machine, then they’re monopolising the hot water system. And Lucy’s cat Orlando keeps making unsolicited visits to their flat. But every time Kelly tries to talk to them she gets the door slammed in her face. Just what is their problem? High proximity equals high tension, with communication breakdowns happening in all corners. When the tenants discover they are sharing Orlando’s fleas, Kelly declares war!

With: Sullivan Stapleton, Diana Glenn, and Pia Miranda as Talia
Guest Starring: Katie Wall as Karen, Andrea McEwan as Melissa, Hamish Michael as Mini Evan, Pippa Black as Madelaine, Sarah Baker as Sara, Axle Whitebread as Guy at Bar

The Truth about Cats and Dogs (Part Two)

Episode 4.02
Australia: February 25, 2004

The accidental ‘catslaughter’ of Orlando is weighing heavily on Kelly’s mind. Lucy tries to prepare Piers’ case for Immigration, but things are looking shaky. Stu is incensed that his ex, Karen has ‘stolen’ Buddha and enlists Christian on a retrieval mission. Conflict between the flats rises but Kelly is determined to restore harmony between them.

With: Sullivan Stapleton, Diana Glenn, and Pia Miranda as Talia
Guest Starring: Katie Wall as Karen, Michael Carmen as Joh, Cathie Hunter as Yoga Instructor

Stretching The Friendship

Episode 4.03
Australia: March 03, 2004

Back at Uni, Kelly is nervous about seeing her psychology lecturer, Frank. But when they do meet up, new truths overshadow old wounds. Adam’s position of golden boy at the broking firm is threatened by the arrival of Marcus, a cocky ‘geezer’ from the London Office. Nikki’s week starts off promisingly with a potential new job offer, but her inability to draw the line between work and play lands her in hot water.

With: Sullivan Stapleton, Diana Glenn, Peter McCauley, Angus Sampson, Mark Priestley, and Rhys Muldoon as Frank
Guest Starring: Trudy Hellier as Ellen, Don Halbert as Tony, Klara Lisy as Video Shop Girl, Richard Vette as Corporate Guy #1, Nicholas Tanner as Corporate Guy #2, Sophie Viskich as Smoking Woman #1, Meryl Friend as Smoking Woman #2, Gavin Armstrong as Ted, Michael Schulz as Egg & Bacon Guy
Note: the last episode to air in Australia before being pulled for low ratings, the series eventually returned 10 months later

The Mysteries Of Attraction

Episode 4.04
Australia: January 20, 2005

Evan and Jemima’s relationship is going from strength to strength, spurring Evan into making an unprecedented proposal. Kellie’s got sex on the brain and it’s affecting her studies. A dud anniversary gift prompts Lucy to call off her wedding. Christian decides it’s time for Stu to purge his ex-girlfriend from his system.

With: Sullivan Stapleton, Diana Glenn, Rhys Muldoon

Kicking the Habit

Episode 4.05
Australia: January 27, 2005

An old flame of Evan’s returns to tempt him, and Lucy is disturbed by her x-rated dreams. Meanwhile, Kelly wonders if she’s addicted to Frank, and Bree confesses to Simon that she has a crush on Jeff.

With: Sullivan Stapleton, Diana Glenn, Rhys Muldoon

The Crisis Of Questions

Episode 4.06
Australia: February 03, 2005

Evan makes a life-changing decision: he decides that the time has come to leave the St Kilda apartment block that has been his home for so many years. Meanwhile, Kelly is still having serious doubts about her boyfriend, Frank, and her place in his heart. And what on Earth is going on between Bree and her gay co-worker, Jeff?

With: Sullivan Stapleton as Justin, Diana Glenn as Jemima, Rhys Muldoon as Frank
Guest Starring: Jonathan Dutton as Jeff, Harold Hopkins as Bill Davidson, Odette Joanndis as Irene, Nicholas Bell as Marc Kinnell, Tilly Riach as Mrs Whittaker, Hamish Michael as Mini Evan
Note: Samuel Johnson’s final episode

Rocks And Chameleons

Episode 4.07
Australia: February 17, 2005

It looks like Kelly is getting exactly what she always wanted ­ but is her dream about to be shattered? Having longed for Frank to go public with their steamy affair, Kelly is initially delighted when he takes her to his best friend’s 40th birthday bash. But it’s at the party that Kelly soon finds herself wondering whether Frank really is the right man for her. Is the age difference between them simply too great for it to work?
Meanwhile, the guys back at the St Kilda apartment block are busy doing some male bonding ­ over a friendly game of cards, and Bree is overjoyed when Jeff invites her to the opening of a new bar ­ until she realises he only has eyes for Simon!

With: Mark Priestley, Rhys Muldoon
Guest Starring: Tottie Goldsmith as Mrs Corman, John Benton as Mr Corman, Jonathan Dutton as Jeff, Paul Ashton as Ben, Jamie McDonald as Accounting student, Isabel Nalato as Accounting student, John Klotz as Computer Nerd, Megan Thomson as Country Girl, Dave Kenyon as Country Guy, Anna Anderson as Uni Student, Kerrie Ingleton as Older Woman

Gathering of Tribes

Episode 4.08
Australia: February 24, 2005

Old wounds come to life when Lucy and Nikki attend a school dinner.

With: Ryan Johnson, Rhys Muldoon
Guest Starring: Jonathan Dutton as Jeff Sarah Aubrey as Camel Toe, Suzanne Barr as Barb Carolyn Bock as Diana, Pia Morley as Emma, Janet Watson-Kruse as Michelle Greg Saunders as Russell, Katherine Anderson as Party guest, Rebecca Howie as Party guest, Melissa Boyd as Party guest

Facing It

Episode 4.09
Australia: March 03, 2005

They’re the best of mates, but will their friendship survive the revelation of a shock secret? It all looks set to change between Christian and Stu, when Stu makes a startling confession.
Speaking of secrets, Lucy discovers the real nature of Adam and Nikki’s relationship.
Kelly, meanwhile, has doubts about her lecturer and lover, Frank, and will Bree accept that Jeff will never be interested in her?

With: Aaron Pedersen as Corey, Rhys Muldoon as Frank
Guest Starring: Jonathan Dutton as Jeff, Katie Wall as Karen, Jonathan Buckley as Horse, Peter Annensen as Karen’s Pop, Jo White as Karen’s Mum, Carolyn Bock as Diana

When The Bell Rings

Episode 4.10
Australia: March 10, 2005

Despite the fact that she dumped him, and now has a new man in her life, Kelly is still under the impression that she and her former uni lecturer lover, Frank, can enjoy a good working relationship. As if! Frank obviously intends to make life as difficult as he can for Kelly.
Elsewhere, Nikki makes a shock discovery about Lucy and Adam.
Meanwhile, Lucy’s fiancé pays her a surprise visit. But her happiness is short-lived after she finds out the real reason behind his trip.
Also, Justin tells Bree something he’s never told anyone.

With: Aaron Pedersen as Corey, Rhys Muldoon as Frank
Guest Starring: Jonathan Dutton as Jeff, Katie Wall as Karen, Chris Vance as Piers, Nathan Bird as Mick

It's How You Play The Game (aka: Insecurity Blanket)

Episode 4.11
Australia: March 17, 2005

Kelly enters Corey's football world and learns a whole new set of rules. It's one thing to get her head around the game but the social aspect of the game gets her insecurities mounting, especially when she meets Corey's ex, a glamorous model. Kelly ends up having a nasty fight with Corey. Is it all over?
Speaking of insecurities, Simon realises that dating a younger man has its drawbacks. He’s feeling old before his time now that he’s seeing the younger Jeff. Meanwhile, Bree’s shoplifting addiction is exposed.

With: Aaron Pedersen as Corey
Guest Starring: Jonathon Dutton as Jeff, Louise Siversen as Marg, Jonathan Buckley as Horse, Jennifer Eagles as Tanja, Bonnie Hill as Rocholle, Catherine Gobby as Suzie, Glen Moriarty as Brent, Mark Rafferty as Tim, Abby Meetos as Caro, Sarah Derum as Dance Teacher, Nicholas Bell as Marc Kinnell
Note: Michael Dorman's final episode

The Heart Of Friday Night (aka: In the Heart of the Night)

Episode 4.12
Ireland: February 08, 2005
Australia: March 24, 2005

When Adam is confronted by an angry client at the brokerage firm, he is forced to question the nature of his work. He did everything that was reasonably expected of him. But did he do enough?

With: Mark Priestley, Peter McCauley as McKlintock, Barry Otto as Bill
Guest Starring: Angela Maddison as Corin, Lisa Fineberg as Genevieve, Ken Radley as Craig, Joan Murray as Joan Holdforth, Edwina Wren as Celia Holdforth, Gideon James as Barman, Anthony Neate as Scott, Terry Carter as Gary, Chris Gray as Leon, David Collins and Shane Dundas as The Umbilical Brothers

The Big Leap

Episode 4.13
Ireland: February 15, 2005
Australia: November 09, 2005

Nikki has a one-night stand with a mysterious guy and, to her surprise, she can't stop thinking about him. But her new love is giving away very little about himself. When Nikki starts doing her own investigations into what his story is, she may be in for quite a shock. Meanwhile, Lucy asks Stu to help her look for wedding locations. But is Stu falling for Lucy? And why is Kelly concerned about the safety of her footy player boyfriend, Corey.

With: Aaron Pedersen as Corey, Mark Priestley, Ben Mendelsohn
Guest Starring: Jane Harber as Zdenka, Michael Carman as Joh Davis, Cendrine Ryan as Wedding Planner, William Wood as Caretaker, Alan Schulz as Asterix the Waiter, Michael Christian as Footy Commentator, Lena Podiabeniouk as Girl on Tram, Emily Hummerston as Danni, Jools Weigh as Nikki Stunt Double, Graham Jahne as Rob Stunt Double

Spitting the Dummy

Episode 4.14
Ireland: February 22, 2005
Australia: November 16, 2005

Jeff invites Simon to meet his parents, but what should be a sweet night ends in a fight. Jeff thinks Simon is acting like his father, Simon thinks he is acting like a child. Is this the end of the rainbow? Or will they work it out?

With: Aaron Pedersen as Corey
Guest Starring: Ally Fowler as Suzy, Jonathon Dutton as Jeff, Patrick Moffatt as David, Peter Hosking as Tony, Pam Western as Carmel, Kyle Kremerskothen as Matthew. Kimberley Utama as Hairdressing Client

Treadmill

Episode 4.15
Ireland: March 01, 2005
Australia: November 23, 2005

Adam is tempted by an illegal offer in the workplace.

With: Aaron Pedersen as Corey, Mark Priestley, Peter McCauley as McKlintock, Ben Mendelsohn
Guest Starring: Jane Harber as Zdenka, Jeremy Kewley as Max McGulvray, Steve Cummins as Cochran, Bree Stafford as Kath, Adam Ong as Chinese Waiter, Bagryana Popov as Mrs Milanovic

The Character Question

Episode 4.16
Ireland: March 08, 2005
Australia: November 30, 2005

Justin wants to do his articles at an ethical law firm, but no one ethical wants to employ the son of tax-lawyer Hunter Davis. Nikki is jealous when Lucy connects with Rob.

With: Aaron Pedersen as Corey, Angus Sampson, Ben Mendelsohn
Guest Starring: Barry Quinn as Hunter Davies David Cotter as Lawyer, Joseph Clements as Lawyer, Rick Fletcher as Law Dinner Guest, Adriano Cortese as Rodney Silver

Dead Man Walking

Episode 4.17
Ireland: March 15, 2005
Australia: December 07, 2005

When Stu and Zelko host a P-party their guests get promiscuous.

With: Aaron Pedersen
Guest Starring: Nadine Garner as Anna, Roy Billing as Don Finch, Jonathan Buckley as Horse, Bonnie Hill as Rochelle, Jason Buckley as Footy Fan, David Serafin as Zog, Adrian Woolcock as District Nurse, Paul Ashton as Ben

Ill Communication

Episode 4.18
Ireland: March 22, 2005
Australia: December 14, 2005

Adam gets closer to meeting his son than ever before.

With: Ben Mendelsohn
Guest Starring: Paul Ashton as Ben, Chris Vance as Piers, Petra Yared as Shannon, Paul Barry as Ashley Mertens, Aaron Donovan as Kid in Toy Shop, Grant Carter as Adam's Mate, Mary-Ann Stamal as Check-out Girl, Eric McPhan as Taxi Driver, Michael Gidley as Zack

Rare Birds

Episode 4.19
Ireland: March 29, 2005
Australia: December 21, 2005

The gang goes Coastal for a weekend in lieu of a hen party for Lucy.

With: Ben Mendelsohn
Guest Starring: Graham Jahne as Rob Rider Double, Jools Weigh as Nikki Stunt Double

Glimpses of Perfection

Episode 4.20
Ireland: April 05, 2005
Australia: December 28, 2005

Lucy cancels her wedding. Piers flies immediately  over from the UK to win her back

With: Ben Mendelsohn
Guest Starring: Jonathan Dutton as Jeff, Nicholas Bell as Marc Kinnell, Chris Vance as Piers, Petra Yared as Shannon, Michael Gidley as Zack, Linda Bruno as Hair Model, Rani Cameron as Hair Show Host

Best of (Part 1)

Episode 4.21
Ireland: April 12, 2005
Australia: ?

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Best of (Part 2)

Episode 4.22
Ireland: April 19, 2005
Australia:?

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