Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Scripted
Rating: 6.5/10
When the Boat Comes In
Overview
When the Boat Comes In is a British television period drama produced by the BBC between 8 January 1976 and 21 April 1981. Taking place between 1919 to 1937, Jack Ford is a First World War veteran who returns to his poverty-stricken (fictional) town of Gallowshield in the North East of England. It dramatises the interwar political struggles of the 1920s and 1930s, and explores the impact of national and international politics upon Ford and those around him.
This production, originally released in 1976, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.5 across its 4 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Seasons
Series 1
13 Episodes • Aired 1976-01-08
No season overview provided for this season.
Series 2
13 Episodes • Aired 1976-10-29
No season overview provided for this season.
Series 3
15 Episodes • Aired 1977-09-08
No season overview provided for this season.
Series 4
10 Episodes • Aired 1981-02-17
No season overview provided for this season.