When the Boat Comes In(1976)
When the Boat Comes In Synopsis
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 veteran of The Great War 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.
When the Boat Comes In (1976) is a drama series that premiered on January 8, 1976, spanning 4 seasons and 51 episodes. It stars James Bolam. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- First aired:
- 1976-01-08
- Last aired:
- 1981-04-21
When the Boat Comes In Cast & Crew
Main cast
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When the Boat Comes In Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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When the Boat Comes In – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream When the Boat Comes In?
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Episodes of When the Boat Comes In (1976) can be bought or rented from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed at the moment.
How many seasons of When the Boat Comes In are there?
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When the Boat Comes In has 4 seasons and 51 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on January 8, 1976.
Is When the Boat Comes In still running?
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No. When the Boat Comes In is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on April 21, 1981.
Who is in the cast of When the Boat Comes In?
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When the Boat Comes In (1976) stars James Bolam. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is When the Boat Comes In any good?
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When the Boat Comes In (1976) is rated 7.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like drama series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.