1 INT. PSYCHIC VILMA'S LIVING ROOM - DAY 1
SUPER: MELBOURNE – AUSTRALIA 2000
A cosy, cluttered room thick with incense smoke. A faint
chime rings as a bead curtain sways.
In the centre, a faintly glowing CRYSTAL BALL rests on a
small round table.
ROSE O’CONNELL (25) — attractive, bright-eyed, hopeless
romantic — sits across from PSYCHIC VILMA (60s), a brusque
Polish woman with wild curls, chunky rings, and a touch heavy
on the lip filler.
Rose shuffles TAROT CARDS, then hands them to Vilma, who lays
them out, one by one.
Suddenly, a shimmer of light slices the air. A chic, ethereal
figure materialises, semi-transparent. Her silver hair is
slicked back, wing-shaped earrings sparkling, crisp white
pant suit and heels perfectly in place. This is ANGEL
BETHANY, Rose's guardian angel.
Intrigued, Angel Bethany pulls up a chair and perches beside
Rose, perfectly poised—and utterly untouchable.
ANGEL BETHANY
(to Vilma)
Just passing — thought I’d pop in. I’ll
be as quiet as a little church mouse.
Vilma, unfazed, shrugs and continues laying out the cards.
VILMA
(wagging finger)
Hmm, vhat you tink you vant now, my
friend — maybe not vhat you get.
ROSE
Is that good or bad?
VILMA
Is not good or bad. Is vhat is.
ROSE
I just want to know when I’m going to
meet my soulmate. Simple question.
VILMA
Ah... but for you — not so simple.
Rose’s smile falters. Vilma flips more cards.
VILMA (CONT'D)
Your soulmate is, how you say...
(MORE)
(CONTINUED)
1 CONTINUED: 1
VILMA (CONT'D)
(leans in)
...trickkky dickkky.
She taps heavily on the Three of Swords and Five of Cups.
VILMA (CONT'D)
He bring much heartache before he bring
you ze joy.
Vilma pulls the crystal ball closer, peering into it.
VILMA (CONT'D)
And you older. Maybe forty, maybe fifty?
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
Ooh DEAR. This won't go down well.
ROSE
WHAT?! Before I meet him?
Vilma starts singing in a flat, monotone voice:
VILMA
(waving finger)
You can’t hurry ze love... you just have
to vait... Coz love don’t come eeezy!
Rose screws up her face.
ROSE
Are you sure that’s me in that ball?
VILMA
Vell, you older — but YES, is you!
Rose shifts uncomfortably, looks ready to bolt. Bethany
shakes her head, unimpressed.
ANGEL BETHANY
Really? You might want to work on your
delivery.
VILMA
Huh, I have gentle delivery. Kids now
days — too soft like goats cheese.
ROSE
WHAT? Are you talking to me?
VILMA
No. To your angel, hovering like
hummingbird.
Rose glances around — sees nothing, but notices a white
feather on her jumper. She picks it off, and twirls it
between her fingers.
(CONTINUED)
1 CONTINUED: (2) 1
ANGEL BETHANY
She knows I'm here. Tell her my name —
BETHANY!
VILMA
(sighs)
Her name is Bet...Bet..ney?
ROSE
Bethany?
VILMA
Vhat I say, yes?
Rose rolls her eyes. Bethany smirks. Vilma shrugs and keeps
flipping the cards, utterly unfazed.
VILMA (CONT'D)
And you travel far. To cold place.
(beat)
Maybe Poland?
(leans in)
No. Is... London.
(beat))
This is where your trickkky dickkky is.
ROSE
I’m NOT going to London.
Vilma begins sweeping up the cards.
VILMA
You go to London. Trust Vilma.
She tosses a silk sheath over the crystal ball. The reading
is done.
Rose stands to leave, then hesitates. She turns to Vilma.
ROSE
I want my money back!
Bethany claps a hand over her mouth, stifling a laugh. Vilma
glares, unimpressed.
NOTE: ANGEL BETHANY is visible only to the audience,
appearing physically at key moments—usually to wag a
celestial finger, punctuate a dramatic or comedic beat.
She communicates with Rose via voice-over, though Rose
doesn't always hear her. A twinkling white feathered orb
signals her voice-over presence. Bethany also break the
fourth wall, addressing the camera directly.
SUPER: LONDON - 20 YEARS LATER
Genres:
["Fantasy","Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
2 -
Dancing and Dilemmas
2 INT. WEDDING VENUE - LONDON - EVENING 2
Elegance, history, and charm ooze from every corner of this
high-end wedding venue. The crowded dance floor pulses with a
band playing 'Time of My Life.'
Rose (45) dances with her colleague TOMMY BARR (40s). The gay
twin brother of her dear friend STELLA.
In an attempt of grandeur, Tommy spins her around as the song
comes to an end. Rose seizes the opportunity to grab another
glass of champagne from the tray of a passing waiter.
She retreats to her table, laughing breathlessly.
Tommy continues dancing.
Seated there is an elegant ELDERLY WOMAN with a keen glint in
her eye.
ROSE
Phew, exhausting.
WOMAN
Is that man your husband dear?
ROSE
Oh no. I'm not married.
WOMAN
Divorced?
ROSE
Nope.
WOMAN
Boyfriend?
ROSE
(chuckles)
No, not even.
WOMAN
What's wrong with you?
Startled, Rose stares at the woman.
ROSE
Don't you mean what's wrong with men?
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
3 -
A Close Call with Magic
3 EXT. LONDON STREET - NEXT DAY - AFTERNOON. 3
Rose hurries down the street, heels CLICKING. Jeans, black
leather jacket, chic sunglasses, and trademark red lipstick.
At a crossing, she checks her phone. Text from MARCIE: “Where
are you? I’m starving!”
(CONTINUED)
3 CONTINUED: 3
Distracted, Rose steps off the curb.
A burst of sparkling light and swoosh — Angel Bethany
appears, looking as glam as she did 20 years ago, clutching a
glittery iPad like it’s a Prada.
She yanks Rose back just as a double-decker bus SCREECHES and
HONKS.
Rose stumbles, wide-eyed, whispering “sorry” to the furious
driver.
ANGEL BETHANY
Whoa! That was way too close, girl. Eyes
on the world, not your phone!
Angel Bethany flips her iPad like a diva and looks at the
camera.
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
Honestly, my nerves!
Rose races off, heart pounding. A single white feather
spirals down from the sky, spinning lazily. Rose stops,
catches it in her hand, smiles, shakes her head — half
amused, half enchanted.
Genres:
["Comedy","Fantasy","Romance"]
Ratings
Scene
4 -
Sunday Reflections at the Queen of Hearts
4 INT. QUEEN OF HEARTS PUB - DAY 4
The pub buzzes with Sunday drinkers and diners.
GEORGIE (late 20s) — multi-coloured hair, ripped jeans —
strums an acoustic guitar, trying to sing over the noise.
Rose scans the bustling pub and spots STELLA BARR (40s)
waving. She threads her way past GEORGIE, a colleague
strumming her guitar, giving a quick wave in return.
At the table, Rose plops down with a flourish, blowing air
kisses in all directions.
MARCIE WEST (40s) looks up from her phone and tosses one
back, smirking. JAYA RAJANI (40s) leans over, balancing a
giant wine glass, and plants a quick kiss on Rose’s cheek.
JAYA
Big night sweetie?
Rose takes off her sunglasses.
ROSE
Ugh. I’ve got to give up drinking!
She rummages in her handbag, pulls out paracetamol, pops a
few with a big gulp of water.
(CONTINUED)
4 CONTINUED: 4
MARCIE
(still texting)
You say that every Sunday.
ROSE
Do I?
A waitress approaches and starts pouring Rose’s glass with
wine. Rose doesn’t protest, sheepishly shrugs.
STELLA
If it helps, babe, I don’t feel much
better.
Rose passes the paracetamol to Stella, who accepts
gratefully.
ROSE
Ooh, so who was the lucky person?
STELLA
Ha! I got drunk alone. Had to drown out
that bloody barking dog downstairs.
Stella swallows her pills.
STELLA (CONT'D)
I really must call the council.
Marcie puts her phone down.
MARCIE
You've been saying that for months. Just
do it, put us out of our misery.
Stella pokes her tongue out. Marcie grins back, the moment
light and playful. Jaya changes the subject.
JAYA
So, any talent spotted at the wedding?
Rose stifles a laugh.
ROSE
Can’t say I was looking.
STELLA
Well, you should be because my darlin'
gay celeb twin isn't the answer, babe.
ROSE
(shrugs)
With Tommy, I’m guaranteed a fun night.
Stella shakes her head, exasperated but amused.
(CONTINUED)
4 CONTINUED: (2) 4
ROSE (CONT'D)
But I did meet a silly old woman who
asked me what’s 'wrong with me' —
single, never married and in my forties.
MARCIE
She should’ve said, “What a smart cookie
you are.” The Worst mistake I made,
getting married. The best decision?
Divorced.
ROSE
Well, that didn't bother so much but
then she asked me what my interests are
— and I couldn't think of one!
She throws her hands up, half-laughing, half on the verge of
tears.
ROSE (CONT'D)
And that’s when it hit me — what’s my
purpose?
(beat)
Am I actually... boring?
She gestures at herself, animated.
ROSE (CONT'D)
There’s nothing here.
(beat)
Look at you girls — Jaya, a designer
opening her own boutique. Marcie, queen
of celebrity management. Stella, banking
genius. And me? I'm... just a
receptionist!
MARCIE
Correction. Only the best receptionist
in London!
Rose rolls her eyes, but smiles.
A white orb of tiny feathers hovers around Rose.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
You're just a late bloomer.
JAYA
I don’t have boring friends' sweetie!
And you have an interest. Aussie rules
football.
ROSE
I don’t think that counts darl.
(CONTINUED)
4 CONTINUED: (3) 4
STELLA
You’re hardly boring. A little odd
maybe.
ROSE
Odd?
STELLA
All that spiritual mumbo-jumbo stuff —
talking to angels. Come on, that’s odd.
ROSE
(chuckles)
Hey, I was born this way!
STELLA
Oh, excuse me — Lady Gaga.
MARCIE
Maybe if you had more belief in a higher
power, you’d be as positive as Rose.
Stella rolls her eyes.
ROSE
Not sure how positive I’m feeling now.
(beat)
I think I’m having a midlife crisis.
She downs a big gulp of wine.
STELLA
If you want something, make it happen.
None of this “universe will provide”
crap.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
There’s always one smarty-pants.
ROSE
Ha! Last time I tried, it didn’t work.
Look at bloody Bob.
5 FLASHBACK — NIGHTCLUB DANCE FLOOR — LONDON - NIGHT 5
Laser lights. Music throbs.
BOB flirts and dances with a devastatingly handsome man. Too
fluid to be innocent. The man grabs Bob’s waist.
Rose watches from the crowd, hopeful — until Bob strokes the
man’s arm. Her smile stiffens. She downs her drink.
END FLASHBACK.
Genres:
["Drama","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
5 -
A Toast to Unwritten Dreams
6 INT. QUEEN OF HEARTS PUB — DAY — PRESENT 6
Jaya sips her drink, smirking.
JAYA
You were saved you from that one,
sweetie.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
Ooh yes, but she wasn’t happy with me!
STELLA
He was defo GAY and the only one who
didn’t see it was YOU, my darling
friend.
They burst into loud laughter, annoying a stuck-up couple
nearby.
Rose composes herself.
ROSE
I just wish I had a talent, or an
interest.
(turns to Jaya)
Other than my love for footy.
(beat)
I just thought by now I’d be living...
She exaggerates an American accent.
ROSE (CONT'D)
The perrrfect life, as the perrrfect
wife, with my perrrfect husband.
(cringing)
GOD, it sounds pathetic now. But here I
am, single, and with what appears to
be... no purpose!
(beat)
Shit! Fuck! Help!
She grabs her glass, drains it in one gulp, and slams it back
down.
The girls exchange glances, then look at Rose and smirk —
letting her rant play out while clearly entertained.
JAYA
Oh sweetie, don’t be so hard on
yourself. You have a gift for making
people feel great. Everyone loves you.
Even my mother.
The girls wince, knowing Jaya’s mother is no picnic.
Food arrives. Marcie douses her hamburger in ketchup.
(CONTINUED)
6 CONTINUED: 6
MARCIE
You always wanted to learn Italian.
Rose salts her food, nodding.
JAYA
What about the tarot?
ROSE
Tarot? I’m not psychic!
JAYA
Really? Charlie — my first date. He
stood me up, I told no one. Who showed
up with wine? You. Our little earth
angel.
Marcie and Stella nod, backing her up.
Rose waves it off.
STELLA
Babe, at least get back on a dating app.
Or... how about a wine course?
ROSE
Ooh, yes, sommelier Rose. I like it.
Suddenly the orb swirls — whoosh. Angel Bethany materialises,
glaring at the camera, swiping frantically.
ANGEL BETHANY
That’s NOT written anywhere!
Genres:
["Drama","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
6 -
Finding Purpose in a Rush
7 INT. ROSE'S STUDIO FLAT – DAY 7
Rose sits cross-legged on her unmade bed. Above the bed on
the wall is a large pair of silver ANGEL WINGS.
Her Laptop is open, phone face-down beside her. She opens a
new browser tab. Types:
“HOW TO FIND YOUR PURPOSE.”
Pauses. Then deletes.
She exhales sharply. Closes the laptop. Opens it again. Pulls
up Eventbrite. Starts scrolling events:
"Creative writing workshop" She pauses.
ROSE (V.O.)
I haven't got a creative bone in my
body. I can't do that.
(CONTINUED)
7 CONTINUED: 7
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
Oh, please. Drop the “I can’t” from your
vocab. You’ve never even tried—that’s
the problem.
She continues scrolling.
"Bookbinding"
"French conversation"
“Find Your Inner Clown”
"Italian for Beginners"
She stares at it. Looks at her watch and jumps off the bed.
She quickly runs a brush through her hair, applies her ruby
red lippy, grabs her bag, and runs out the door.
Genres:
["Drama","Comedy"]
Ratings
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7 -
A Step Towards Destiny
8 INT. COMMUNITY CENTRE CLASSROOM – EVENING 8
Rose sits in a circle of strangers, clutching a printed
worksheet. She's surrounded by fresh-faced students in sleek
athleisure.
On the whiteboard:
"MI CHIAMO...(my name is) Laura"
TEACHER/LAURA (30)
(upbeat)
Okay, amici, tell me your name and why
you're learning Italian!
The first student speaks quickly:
YOUNG WOMAN
I'm Becca and I’m doing a semester in Rome!
GUY IN BASEBALL CAP
I'm Ollie and my girlfriend’s Italian.
NEXT WOMAN
Mine too, and I'm Mia.
TEACHER
Love is the best teacher! And you?
She gestures to Rose.
ROSE
Oh um, I'm Rose and I don't know...
(giggles nervously)
It seemed like a good idea an hour ago.
(beat)
And I like... pasta?
A polite chuckle ripples through the room.
(CONTINUED)
8 CONTINUED: 8
ROSE (CONT'D) (CONT'D)
And, who knows maybe one day I’ll move
to Italy, open a little café and write a
book no one reads. Or marry an olive
farmer?
The group laughs more genuinely now. Rose shrugs, but there’s
a flicker of pride beneath the nerves. She showed up. That’s
something.
From behind the glass door, a faint shimmer catches the
light.
Angel Bethany — peeks in. She smiles and turns to the camera.
ANGEL BETHANY
One small step towards... destiny!
Genres:
["Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
8 -
A Night of Regret
9 INT. BAR – LONDON – NIGHT 9
Rose sits at a noisy, dim bar with a Martini.
A MAN (late 40s) sits next to her, talking—but his words are
drowned out by the noise. Rose seems to enjoy his company.
The man reaches into his man-bag hanging on his chair, pulls
out a paper bag, and hands it to her.
He leans in, winking:
MAN
Crotch-less knickers... edible. What do
you say? Slip ‘em on?
ROSE (V.O.)
Bloody Stella!
Hiding disgust, Rose steels herself. She stands, grabs the
bag and her handbag, and squeezes his shoulder playfully.
He adjusts himself, arousal clear on his face.
Rose dumps the bag in the nearest bin and walks out.
She immediately texts Stella:
"Remind me to never listen to you."
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
9 -
Reflections of Discontent
10 INT. ROSE'S STUDIO FLAT - EVENING - LATER 10
Heartbreak COUNTRY MUSIC plays softly in the background.
In her small kitchenette, ROSE — hair tousled, cheeks flushed
with wine pours herself a generous glass of red from an
already open bottle. She pauses halfway, then shrugs and tops
it up.
(CONTINUED)
10 CONTINUED: 10
She moves into the living room — a stylish space with a high
ceiling.
She sets the glass down on the mantle beside a FRAMED PHOTO
of young Rose on her Communion Day — all white dress, veil,
innocence.
She picks it up, studies it.
ROSE (V.O.)
(reflective)
I'm not quite where I thought I'd be.
In the MIRROR’S REFLECTION, Angel Bethany shimmers into view,
holding her glittery iPad in front of Rose’s reflection. Rose
doesn’t notice.
ANGEL BETHANY
You're exactly where you're meant to be.
Look, right here on the line: “London.
Single. And...”
Rose turns suddenly, breaking the moment. She starts tossing
sofa cushions everywhere.
Angel Bethany dodges a flying pillow.
ROSE
(slurred)
I’ve been led up the spiritual garden
path!
(hiccups)
This whole belief I’ve had —
(mimics)
“What’s meant for meee won’t pass by
meee...” — is obviously a pile of shit
because guess what? It has.
With a grunt and one final yank, she folds out the bed.
Bethany steps back just in time.
ROSE (CONT'D)
What the fuck. I’m forty-five...
ANGEL BETHANY
And fabulous.
Rose catches her reflection again. She studies herself
critically.
She lifts her chin. Pinches her jawline.
ROSE
Hmm. Could do with losing a bit of
weight. And maybe—
(lifts forehead)
A little Botox?
(CONTINUED)
10 CONTINUED: (2) 10
ANGEL BETHANY
No, no — try a crystal facial. Way
better.
Rose resumes making up the bed, muttering as she goes.
ROSE
And as much as I’d love a man in my
life, I don’t need one. Luckily, I was
born an Aries.
(beat)
Independent. Self-sufficient.
(sighs)
Still... I always felt like there was
someone special. Like, a soul thing.
How, did I get that so wrong?
She looks up, voice rising.
ROSE (CONT'D)
And Bethany, if you're listening —
you're doing a shit job, dammit!
ANGEL BETHANY
(Points to iPad)
I can only follow what’s written.
A song kicks in on Spotify — “You Can’t Hurry Love.”
As it plays, Rose has a sudden FLASHBACK...
11 INT. PSYCHIC VILMA LIVING ROOM – DAY - FLASHBACK 11
VILMA
(monotone voice)
“You can’t hurry ze love... you just
have to vait... cause love don’t come
eeezy!”
END FLASHBACK.
Genres:
["Drama","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
10 -
Awakening with a Wink
12 INT. ROSE'S STUDIO FLAT – EVENING 12
ROSE
Oh GAAWD. No wonder she didn’t give me
my money back. She was bloody right!
Argh, I give up!
She flops, face down. Within seconds — passed out.
Angel Bethany kicks off her heels and settles beside her, a
mischievous sparkle in her eye.
ANGEL BETHANY
Give up?! Oh no, my lovely — not on my
watch.
(CONTINUED)
12 CONTINUED: 12
She scrolls through her iPad
ANGEL BETHANY.
First — it’s not written. Second — you
do have a purpose, and an EXCITING one
at that. And third — your feeling is
right, there is someone.
(beat, teasing)
I’m not here to tell you what’s going to
happen
(shrugs)
I only get monthly downloads—-and don't
get me started on free will.
To the camera.
ANGEL BETHANY
A TOTAL pain in the wings!
Back to Rose.
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
I’m here to guide you to claim what’s
yours - BUT...
(mimics Vilma accent.)
"Vhat you tink you want now, maybe not
vhat you get".
She clicks her fingers, Mick Jagger belts out.
"But if you try sometimes, you might just find, you get what
you need."
Rose groans into the pillow.
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
That’s your soundtrack. Will it be
messy? Totally. Tears, too much wine,
embarrassing texts? Undoubtedly!
(shrugs)
But, hey, you are who you are.
Her gaze shifts to Rose's phone buzzing on the night stand.
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
Will it be worth it? ABSOLUTELY!
Rose stirs.
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
So let’s drop the “giving up” talk.
Unless it's alcohol.
(beat)
No judgment — just flagging it. And one
more thing...
(leans in closer)
Soon you're going to hear me.
(MORE)
(CONTINUED)
12 CONTINUED: (2) 12
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
When you do — trust me. Everything
happens for a reason.
She pokes Rose’s shoulder.
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
Now up you get. Brush your teeth.
You’ll thank me in the morning.
Rose SNORTS in her sleep and wakes herself up.
Surprised, Angel Bethany jumps off the bed.
Rose stumbles to the bathroom.
To the camera:
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
(proud)
Ah, that little chat went well!
Genres:
["Comedy","Drama","Fantasy"]
Ratings
Scene
11 -
A Chance Encounter in Kensington
13 EXT. BUSY KENSINGTON STREET - DAY 13
Rose strolls down the street. She stops at the traffic lights
which have turned red. She has her air pods in, practising
her Italian -- out loud.
ROSE
Sono felice perché oggi è Lunedì.
(Translated - I am happy
because today is Monday)
JOE DEMARCO (American/Italian, 40s), a tall, handsome man
wearing a fashionable trench coat, stops beside her.
He turns and looks at her. Amused, he responds in Italian.
JOE
Mi dispiace, ma oggi è Venerdì!
(Translated - I'm sorry,
but today is Friday.)
Rose looks up at him, slightly embarrassed.
ROSE
(chuckles)
Guess I've still got a way to go.
JOE
(winks)
Keep at it. You'll get the hang of it.
The traffic light changes. They both cross the street.
Joe rushes off.
(CONTINUED)
13 CONTINUED: 13
Amused, Rose walks on a couple of minutes behind him. She
notices Joe entering her office building, a trendy eclectic
hub of media businesses.
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
12 -
Elevator Encounters
14 INT. OFFICE BUILDING - LONDON - DAY 14
Rose pushes through the revolving glass doors.
The lift is just closing as she approaches. She rushes toward
it.
A hand reaches out and holds the door open. It's Joe.
They exchange a quick glance of recognition. Rose smiles
politely and steps in.
She presses the button for the 2nd floor.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
(teasingly)
Now he’s nice, don’t you think?
Rose steals a side glance at Joe, who’s looking down at his
phone.
ROSE (V.O.)
No, not really.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
Ah, yes he is.
ROSE (V.O.)
Umm... no he’s not.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
Oh come on. Yes. He. Is.
Rose looks again. And again.
ROSE (V.O.)
Okay... maybe you’re right. But...
A guy like that? Totally married.
Probably has... I don’t know, ten kids.
She pauses. Blinks. Realizes...
ROSE (V.O.) (CONT'D)
Wait — who the hell am I talking to?!
The moment is broken as the lift doors ping open.
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
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13 -
Morning Banter at Radio 11.11
15 INT. RADIO STATION — RECEPTION - CONTINUOUS 15
Rose exits, slightly rattled.
(CONTINUED)
15 CONTINUED: 15
She walks into the modern reception area of RADIO 11.11
(double one, double one) — sleek, eclectic, buzzing with
energy.
Photos of on-air personalities and celebrity guests line the
walls. Tommy Barr is among them.
At the front desk is LILA GOODMAN (25), adorable and upbeat,
scrolling through emails.
LILA
Good morning, gorgeous.
Rose hangs up her coat and adjusts her denim dress — fitted,
flirty, and one button too low. She studies herself in the
hallway mirror, sucking in her stomach.
ROSE
(sighs)
I wish I felt gorgeous. This dress is
way tighter than it was last week.
LILA
I'm not going to be able to tempt you
with these little babies?
Lila shakes a bag of sugared jam doughnuts under Rose's nose.
Her weakness -- well, one of them!
ROSE
Now that's cruel.
Georgie, multicoloured hair in a high pony, storms in wearing
ripped jeans and a band tee. Tattoos everywhere. She heads
straight to the kitchen.
GEORGIE
I smell coffee and doughnuts!
ROSE
Your timing’s uncanny.
Rose arranges the morning papers on the coffee table, then
reaches into the glass bowl of ANGEL CARDS on the front desk.
She pulls one:
“WORTH WAITING FOR.”
She stifles a laugh and drops it back in.
Lila hands her a coffee, and without resistance, Rose nicks a
doughnut from the plate Lila’s handing Georgie.
Rose settles behind the desk and puts on her headset.
(CONTINUED)
15 CONTINUED: (2) 15
ROSE (CONT'D)
Okay, guys — something weird just
happened in the lift.
LILA
Like what?
ROSE
I had a whole two-way convo with
myself... Only it didn’t feel like me
answering. It was in my head, but
still... it was like someone else was
replying.
LILA
Cool. What’d “they” say?
ROSE
Asked me if the guy in the lift — who I
met two minutes before at the traffic
lights — was nice. I said no. “Voice”
said yes. I said no again. "Voice"
insisted yes. And eventually I was like,
“maybe... but he’s probably married with
a football team of children.”
Georgie, who is flipping through a newspaper and only half-
listening, nearly chokes on her coffee.
GEORGIE
You’ve lost ya fuckin’ marbles. Both of
ya.
ROSE
Thank you, Georgie.
Lila shrugs off Georgie’s sass.
LILA
Maybe it was Angel Bethany.
You do talk to her... Maybe she’s
finally talking back.
ROSE
(laughing)
I don’t think I’m special enough for
Bethany or any angel to be whispering in
my ear.
LILA
I think you’re pretty special.
Rose is clearly touched.
Georgie, grabbing another doughnut.
(CONTINUED)
15 CONTINUED: (3) 15
GEORGIE
If I didn’t know ya, Rose, I’d have you
locked up. Straight jacket, padded cell
— the works.
She walks off muttering.
Rose chuckles and takes a bite of her doughnut. Jam squirts
out the bottom, landing on her hand.
Lila hands her a tissue. Rose takes it... then licks the jam
off instead.
ROSE
You know, kiddo, Georgie might be right.
Maybe, I am nuts.
The phone rings. Rose snaps into professional mode, voice
bright and cheerful.
ROSE (CONT'D)
Good morning, Radio Double One, Double
One. Rose speaking.
Genres:
["Drama","Romance","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
14 -
Coffee, Couture, and Crystal Facials
16 INT. JAYA'S FASHION BOUTIQUE — DAY 16
Decorators work in the background. A YOUNG GUY (30s) is up a
ladder, changing light fittings. Boxes are stacked, clothes
hang under plastic. JAYA dresses a mannequin while arguing on
her mobile.
JAYA
Okay, okay Mother — I can’t argue with
you. You win, as usual. Invite whoever!
She spots ROSE entering with two takeaway coffees. Jaya rolls
her eyes and hangs up.
JAYA (CONT'D)
Honestly, that woman!
ROSE
(smiling)
Had a feeling you might need one of
these.
Jaya grabs the coffee like a lifeline.
JAYA
See, you're psychic!
They laugh. Jaya picks up an envelope from a pile of boxes
and hands it to Rose.
ROSE
It’s not my birthday... Is it?
(CONTINUED)
16 CONTINUED: 16
JAYA
(laughs)
Just open it.
Rose obeys. It's a subscription to the London Psychic
College. She raises an eyebrow.
JAYA (CONT'D)
Don’t freak out. I think you’ve got
something. You just can’t see it.
Rose flips through it, amused.
ROSE
Well, thank you and that’s really
thoughtful. I’ll take a look.
She stuffs the brochure into her handbag and browses the
boutique, pulling a gown from the rack and holding it up to
herself in the mirror.
JAYA
Trust you to pick the most expensive
dress in the shop.
ROSE
(chuckles)
Champagne taste, beer budget!
She puts the dress back. Jaya’s phone pings. She reads a
message from Charlie:
"Flight delayed. Back tomorrow. Call later. ❤"
Jaya stares at it for a beat. Breathes in. Out.
ROSE (CONT'D)
You alright, darl?
JAYA
(shrugs)
It’s Charlie. He just works too hard.
ROSE
As do you.
Jaya smiles faintly.
ROSE (CONT'D)
Which reminds me — I’m booking a crystal
facial. Better than Botox, apparently.
Want in?
JAYA
Ooh yes. Book me in.
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
15 -
A Moment of Reflection
17 INT. RED BUS - LONDON – LATER 17
Rose rides the bus, gazing out the window. She pulls out the
brochure. She flips through. One headline catches her:
“Professional Tarot Reading Course”.
ROSE (V.O.)
Hmm, if I were gonna do something... I’d
want to be professional. And I do have
tarot cards — still in the box.
(pause)
Could be fun?
Angel Bethany offers encouragement.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
You’ll be great at it.
ROSE (V.O.)
I might even be great at it?
Her thoughts are broken by the bus stopping. She shoves the
brochure back into her bag and hops off.
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Fantasy"]
Ratings
Scene
16 -
A Night at The Cod
18 INT. LOCAL PUB/THE COD - KENSINGTON - EVENING 18
Classic after-work crowd. Rose, Lila, and Georgie walk in. At
the bar, Joe laughs with his co-workers.
Georgie heads to the bar. Rose and Lila snag a table.
Rose spots JOHNNIE (20's) the radio's runabout and frustrated
musician. He is slouched over the bar looking a little worse
for wear. She waves.
Georgie returns with drinks and crisps.
GEORGIE
Just booked me a gig!
LILA
Where?
GEORGIE
Here. Next Friday.
ROSE
You’ll be a star one day, kiddo. I feel
it in my bones.
Georgie smirks.
A dishevelled and inebriated Johnnie rocks up. He leans on
the back of Lila's chair for support.
(CONTINUED)
18 CONTINUED: 18
JOHNNIE
(slurs)
Arhhh, my threee favourite people.
ROSE
(smiles)
What do you want Johnnie?
JOHNNIE
Just wanted to say hellooo, and...
He looks across at Georgie, who is looking down at her phone,
trying to ignore him.
JOHNNIE (CONT'D)
Ya got a fag Georgie?
She looks up and gives him a cold stare.
GEORGIE
I gave up.
He lets out a large BURP, much to the disgust of Rose and
Lila.
JOHNNIE
Come on Georgie... be a maaate.
Annoyed, and eager to get rid of him, she reaches into her
backpack and pulls out a packet. She gives him one.
GEORGIE
Now piss off!
He blows Georgie a kiss as he stumbles off outside.
Rose and Lila laugh at the exchange.
Joe walks past their table. Lila notices him.
LILA
(nudges Rose)
Helloooo, who's that?
ROSE
That's him, the guy in the lift.
Georgie opens the bag of crisps and pops a handful in her
mouth. She swallows quickly.
GEORGIE
(gulps)
He's the new MD of Harper Advertising.
They've already nicked named him the
"Italian stallion".
(CONTINUED)
18 CONTINUED: (2) 18
LILA
It's a sign! He's Italian and you're
learning Italian. It's destiny.
Rose lets out a huge laugh.
ROSE
I've been around long enough to know If
someone that handsome is single and
nicknamed the "Italian stallion" - he's
trouble!
GEORGIE
You're single and handsome.
(beat)
Maybe men are saying that about you?
LILA
Yeah, it could be why you're still
single, Rose?
ROSE
I'm still a "single Rose" because I have
yet to meet that one man who has that
"thingy" I need to feel.
GEORGIE
(looks around)
I bet you any dude here would love you
feeling up their "thingy".
She nudges Lila. They crack up laughing.
Genres:
["Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
17 -
A Chance Encounter
19 INT. BAR - LATER 19
Rose gets up to leave, she grabs her coat. As she swings it
on — WHACK! — she accidentally hits someone in the face.
It’s Joe.
ROSE
Oh my God! I'm so sorry!
He recognises Rose.
JOE
(grins, rubbing jaw)
Wow. A woman of many talents. Not only
fluent in Italian — you've got a good
right hook too?
Embarrassed and flustered. She struggles to get her arm in
her coat. Joe helps.
JOE (CONT'D)
I'll forgive you if you let me buy you a
drink?
(CONTINUED)
19 CONTINUED: 19
ROSE (V.O.)
Italian Stallion. Am I wearing sexy
underwear?
Rose leans in, about to accept, then hesitates.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
Drunken shenanigans... no, no no! Go
home. It's not time.
ROSE
(awkwardly)
Umm, thanks, but it’s late and... it's a
school night!
Joe looks surprised. Rose gathers herself, waves goodbye to
her friends, and turns to go.
Joe gently pulls her back.
JOE
Hey, your name?
She looks up at all 6'4" of him. She hesitates before
answering.
ROSE
Rose. Rose O'Connell!
He puts out his hand.
JOE
(smiles)
Well, it's a pleasure Rose O'Connell.
I'm Joe. Joe DeMarco.
Smiling, she shakes it.
ROSE
And, goodnight... Joe DeMarco.
She smiles, lingers — then slips away through the crowd.
Joe watches her go, still smiling.
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
18 -
A Night of Sarcasm and Sheepishness
20 EXT. PUB - NIGHT 20
ROSE (V.O.)
“School night”? What am I, twelve?
(head slap)
No wonder I’m still bloody single.
Angel Bethany appears beside her. She shoots Rose a look...
then at the camera, shrugging with a cheeky half-smile.
(CONTINUED)
20 CONTINUED: 20
ANGEL BETHANY
I know... I'm a kill joy.
(beat)
But it wasn't written!
Rose walks off into the night. Bethany trails behind, looking
sheepish.
Genres:
["Drama","Romance","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
19 -
Sunshine and Banter in Hyde Park
21 EXT. HYDE PARK - DAY 21
A sun-soaked morning. Swans glide across the lake. Rose,
Marcie, Jaya, and Stella walk post-yoga.
ROSE
He said you looked conservative?
MARCIE
What were you wearing? Pearls?
STELLA
No! Just jeans and a tee.
JAYA
What’d you say?
STELLA
I said, “You didn’t tell me you were
French.” Then I downed my wine and
walked out.
ROSE
That's my girl!
JAYA
Why don't you give these dating apps a
break for a while? See if it can happen
organically.
STELLA
Huh! If I waited for it to happen
'organically' I'd be like Rose --
waiting for fuckin' ever.
Stella looks over at Rose.
STELLA (CONT'D)
How you can go without it for sooo long
baffles me.
ROSE
Ha, I'm convinced if it wasn't for
alcohol I'd still be a virgin!
They break out into raucous laughter, agreeing.
(CONTINUED)
21 CONTINUED: 21
MARCIE
Sex is so overrated.
(shakes her body)
Ugh, ugly act.
STELLA
Someone sounds like they need a good,
wham bam -- thank ya, ma’am!
Their laughter gets louder, except for Marcie, who gives
Stella a steely look. But after a moment, her face softens
and she joins in.
A group of young, fit joggers pass. Stella does a 360 -- and
then makes an announcement.
STELLA (CONT'D)
And... I'm changing my pronoun --
they/them.
The friends look at one another, not surprised.
ROSE
Whatever works for you darl.
(beat))
Oh wait, can I still call you darl?
She gives Rose a playful nudge.
STELLA
Whatever works for you babe!
They laugh. Jaya’s phone rings. She steps aside.
Genres:
["Drama","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
20 -
Divided Loyalties
22 INT. CHARLIE’S PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO – LONDON - DAY 22
Models, cameras, clutter. CHARLIE WILSON (45), bare-chested,
wearing only his jeans, nuzzles in behind HELENA (35), his
business partner.
She pouts her plumped-up lips in the mirror and refreshes her
lipstick.
Charlie slips his hands under her skirt. She smiles.
INTERCUT:
CHARLIE
Babe, I gotta cancel tonight. Shoot's
running late.
JAYA
(disappointed)
Again?
CHARLIE
I’ll make it up to you. I promise.
(CONTINUED)
22 CONTINUED: 22
Helena looks at Charlie, unimpressed, and pulls away. He
pulls her back.
He looks at Helena but speaks to Jaya.
CHARLIE (CONT'D)
You know I love you.
JAYA
(quiet)
I love you too.
Genres:
["Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
21 -
Tensions and Laughter in Hyde Park
23 EXT. HYDE PARK – DAY 23
Jaya hangs up. She tries to hide her disappointment.
Stella's not fooled.
STELLA
How's he disappointing you this time?
JAYA
(snaps)
Oh, fuck off, Stella.
Her comment startles the friends. Jaya quickly recovers.
JAYA (CONT'D)
He’s just... working late. Again!
Rose catches the tension and brightens.
ROSE
Let’s go out tonight — all of us!
JAYA
I’m exhausted. Rain check?
MARCIE
You’ll be missed.
Stella puts her arms around Jaya.
STELLA
I'm a bitch. Forgive me.
Jaya shrugs her off - still pissed but she has the last word.
JAYA
And stop farting in Yoga. Seriously, it
stinks!
Genres:
["Drama","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
22 -
Nightclub Revelations
24 INT. NIGHT CLUB - LONDON - EVENING 24
Strobe lights. 90s music. Stella dances with a woman. Rose
and Marcie sip Martinis at the bar.
(CONTINUED)
24 CONTINUED: 24
Rose yells over the music.
ROSE
Don't you wish you could be as carefree
as Stella?
MARCIE
NO!
She moves in closer to Marcie.
ROSE
Not even a teeny weeny bit?
MARCIE
Not even. It exhausts me just watching
her in action. Or should I say 'them!'
Laughing, they finish their drinks as the barman puts down
another round.
ANGEL BETHANY (V.O.)
You're going to have a headache
tomorrow, girl.
ROSE
I know!
MARCIE
You know what?
ROSE
Didn't you just say that I'm going to
have a headache tomorrow?
MARCIE
No. But we probably are.
Rose, a little confused, shakes it off.
MARCIE (CONT'D)
I should slow down as I have the custody
mediation with fuck face on Monday, and
I need to prepare tomorrow.
Marcie grabs her phone.
MARCIE (CONT'D)
Look at my baby. How dare he kidnap her.
The photo is of a cute little white malti-poo dog named
Bella.
ROSE
Don't worry darl. He won't win.
The Martinis are beginning to take effect on them both.
(CONTINUED)
24 CONTINUED: (2) 24
MARCIE
(slurs)
Where would I beee without my bestie by
my side?
ROSE
Err... guessing, jail!
MARCIE
Haha. He'd be a dead man by now if you
hadn't shown up when you did.
They both screech with laughter.
Marcie nearly falls off her chair. Rose grabs her just in
time.
MARCIE (CONT'D)
Shoot, I think I'm going to pee my
panties.
Rose stops laughing. Panic crosses her face.
ROSE
You've got to do something with that
weak bladder of yours.
MARCIE
Don't worry... I'm wearing a Tena.
They break into drunken laughter, again.
Stella and the woman approach, still bopping away to the
music. Drunkenly, Stella throws her arms around Rose and
slurs in her ear.
STELLA
If you want it babe, you gotta go get
it. Woohoo!
Genres:
["Drama","Comedy"]
Ratings
Scene
23 -
Cheers to Friendship
25 EXT. FULHAM FOOTBALL GROUND - LONDON - DAY. 25
Rose and Tommy cheer on their Aussie team. The Tigers score —
Rose jumps up, elated.
A FAN recognizes Tommy.
FAN
Love your show, mate. Selfie?
INT. THE GREAT AUSSIE PUB – EVENING.
Celebratory energy. Rose and Tommy sip wine.
ROSE
Stella’s worried we spend too much time
together.
(CONTINUED)
25 CONTINUED: 25
TOMMY
She told me that too.
ROSE
You think she’s right?
TOMMY
She’s never right.
They laugh.
TOMMY (CONT'D)
You want to stop hanging out?
ROSE
(panicking)
No! Do you?
TOMMY
God no.
ROSE
Good!
TOMMY
Fine!
ROSE
But, if I’m still single at fifty, you
may have to marry me.
TOMMY
I'd be honoured.
Satisfied, they clink glasses.
Genres:
["Romantic Comedy","Drama"]
Ratings
Scene
24 -
The Lift of Change
26 INT. OFFICE LOBBY - LIFT - DAY. 26
Rose is waiting for the lift outside her office.
Angel Bethany is hovering around her. She looks a little
anxious. Her iPad is flashing: "IT'S TIME".
Georgie rushes out.
GEORGIE,
Hey, aren't ya comin' to the pub? I'm
singing tonight.
ROSE
Can't kiddo. I'm off to become a
'Professional Tarot Reader'.
The lift DINGS. Doors open.
Rose hesitates, still mid-chat. She considers letting it go.
(CONTINUED)
26 CONTINUED: 26
Angel Bethany panics. She gives Rose a big nudge — more force
than intended.
ANGEL BETHANY
Get the lift.
Rose stumbles forward.
ANGEL BETHANY (CONT'D)
It's time!
Simultaneously, Rose responds just as the lift doors open,
revealing Joe.
ROSE
(out loud)
Time for WHAT?
JOE
(raised eyebrows)
Uh... that drink?!
Cringing, and unsure of what has just happened she steps into
the lift.
The doors close.
Bethany exhales, closes her iPad, fingers are crossed. She
tilts her head slightly, a hint of uncertainty in her eyes...
then winks at the camera.
ANGEL BETHANY
Here goes nothing!
FADE OUT
END OF PILOT