Mark Corrigan is one of the two central protagonists, characterized by his intense social anxiety, neuroticism, and self-absorption. He spends the series fixated on his colleague Sophie, eventually marrying her despite mutual incompatibility and his own growing resentment. His attempts to escape the engagement or find the right partner repeatedly fail due to his cowardice, poor judgment, and inability to communicate. Throughout the series, he engages in petty schemes, workplace failures, and awkward romantic pursuits, ultimately remaining trapped in a stagnant cycle with his best friend.
A devoted father navigating parenting duties alongside his personal struggles.
Mark's persistent romantic pursuit of April drives much of his mid-season actions.
Mark's professional life collapses due to his financial favor towards Jez.
Dobby discovers Mark's negative remarks about her, leading to an immediate and angry departure.
Social companions who frequently drag each other into awkward or chaotic social situations, amplifying each other's social anxiety and poor decision-making.
Professional hierarchy complicated by Mark's unexpected infatuation.
Sophie attempts to rekindle her past romance with Mark while he is distracted.
Mark's exposure of Ben's dishonesty indirectly fuels the deterioration of Ben's romantic standing.
Professional colleagues and former flatmates with shifting living arrangements.
Mark actively works against Angus to undermine his marriage to April.
Mark fails to defend Dobby against paternal pressure, resulting in her premature departure from the event.
Mark shares critical information about Ben's plagiarism with Zahra during their social interaction.
Super Hans and Mark share a longstanding friendship characterized by chaotic and often disruptive interactions.
Mark vies for Toni's attention alongside Jeremy.
Sophie and Mark's relationship shows tentative progress despite obstacles.
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