Streaming On
Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: Channel 4
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 3.2/10
Hold the Dream
Overview
Hold the Dream is a two-part 1987 television serial based on Barbara Taylor Bradford's 1985 novel of the same name, a sequel to the 1984 miniseries A Woman of Substance. Deborah Kerr reprises her role of Emma Harte, with Jenny Seagrove, who played the young Emma, taking the lead role as Paula Fairley. Paula Fairley, now head of the Harte chain of department stores, has taken on the burden of preserving Emma's legacy. However, she suffers dissent within her extended family, in particular from her devious cousin Jonathan Ainsley. In the United Kingdom, the series aired in four one-hour episodes, although it was initially created as two two-hour parts.
This production, originally released in 1987, 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 3.2 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Jenny Seagrove
Paula Fairley
Deborah Kerr
Emma Harte
Fiona Fullerton
Skye Smith
Liam Neeson
Blackie O'Neill
John Mills
Henry Rossiter
Nigel Havers
Jim Fairley
James Brolin
Ross Nelson
Suzanna Hamilton
Emily Barkstone
Seasons
Miniseries
4 Episodes • Aired 1987-05-05
Paula Fairley, now head of the Harte chain of department stores, has taken on the burden of preserving Emma's legacy. However, she suffers dissent within her extended family, in particular from her devious cousin Jonathan Ainsley.
