TV series
By the Sword Divided
1983–1985, English, on BBC One. Created by John Hawkesworth.
This classic period drama series follows the fortunes of the aristocratic Lacey family, living peacefully in Arnescote Castle until the onset of the English Civil War in 1640. Sir Martin Lacey, the head of the family, is steadfastly loyal to the King. However the family is torn apart when his eldest daughter Anne weds John Fletcher - son of a merchant family who support the forces of Cromwell.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 20
- Episode length
- 50 min
- Status
- Ended in 1985
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Latest episode
S2 E10: Restoration
Aired 10 March 1985
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
- John HawkesworthCreator
- Andrew MacLachlanNathaniel Cropper · 18 ep
- Sharon MaughanAnne Lacey · 18 ep
- Rob EdwardsJohn Fletcher · 17 ep
- Tim BentinckSir Thomas Lacey · 17 ep
- Lucy AstonLucinda Lacey · 17 ep
- Eileen WayMinty · 16 ep
- Rosalie CrutchleyGoodwife Margaret · 15 ep
- Janet Lees-PriceEmma Skinner · 15 ep
- Johanna MyersHannah Jackman · 15 ep
- Claire DavenportMrs Dumfry · 15 ep
- Edward PeelWalter Jackman · 14 ep
- Peter GuinnessDick Skinner · 14 ep
Details
- First aired
- 16 October 1983
- Last aired
- 10 March 1985
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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By the Sword Divided: quick answers
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How many seasons of By the Sword Divided are there?
By the Sword Divided has 2 seasons and 20 episodes, about 50 minutes each.
Is By the Sword Divided finished?
Yes. By the Sword Divided ended in 1985, so you can watch the whole story.
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Who created By the Sword Divided?
By the Sword Divided was created by John Hawkesworth and stars Andrew MacLachlan, Sharon Maughan, Rob Edwards.