Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.7/10
The Clifton House Mystery
Overview
An old woman's possessions are auctioned, and orchestral conductor Timothy Clare and his family move into her large, though rather gloomy and dilapidated, old house in Bristol. It soon becomes clear that this is a house full of secrets, and that Mrs. Betterton had good reason to leave with her young granddaughter, the ethereal, otherworldly Emily; after a series of frightening experiences and disturbing discoveries - including a walled-up room containing a skeleton - the Clares realise that they are not the only occupants.
This production, originally released in 1978, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.7 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Sebastian Breaks
Timothy Clare
Ingrid Hafner
Sheila Clare
Amanda Kirby
Jenny
Joshua Le Touzel
Steven
Robert Craig-Morgan
Ben
Seasons
Miniseries
6 Episodes • Aired 1978-10-07
An old woman's possessions are auctioned, and orchestral conductor Timothy Clare and his family move into her large, though rather gloomy and dilapidated, old house in Bristol. It soon becomes clear that this is a house full of secrets, and that Mrs. Betterton had good reason to leave with her young granddaughter, the ethereal, otherworldly Emily; after a series of frightening experiences and disturbing discoveries - including a walled-up room containing a skeleton - the Clares realise that they are not the only occupants.
