Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 7.0/10
The Flame Trees of Thika
Overview
Elspeth and her unconventional parents decide to settle down in Kenya and begin a coffee plantation. This is a time of discovery for Elspeth, as she encounters the incredible beauty and cruelty of nature, and new friendships with both Africans and British expatriates. A side plot involves the beautiful and bored British Lettice Palmer who enters into an affair with a handsome safari guide. Eventually, however, the excitement of Elspeth's life is disrupted by the onset of WW I, and the changes it brings.
This production, originally released in 1981, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Hayley Mills
Tilly
Holly Aird
Elspeth
David Robb
Robin
Ben Cross
Ian
Sharon Maughan
Lettice
John Nettleton
Major
Mick Chege
Njombo
Steve Mwenesi
Sammy
Seasons
Season 1
7 Episodes • Aired 1981-09-01
No season overview provided for this season.