TV series
Sir Francis Drake
1961–1962, English, on Associated Television. Created by Ian Stuart Black.
Sir Francis Drake was a British adventure television series starring Terence Morgan as Sir Francis Drake, commander of the sailing ship the Golden Hind. As well as battles at sea, sword fights, the series also deals with intrigue at Elizabeth's court, often caused by Spaniard, Mendoza.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 26
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1962
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Latest episode
S1 E26: Escape
Aired 20 May 1962
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Ian Stuart BlackCreator
- Terence MorganSir Francis Drake · 26 ep
- Jean KentQueen Elizabeth I · 21 ep
- Michael CrawfordJohn Drake · 18 ep
- Howard LangGrenville · 15 ep
- Milton ReidDiego · 14 ep
- Ewan RobertsMorton, Earl of Lenox · 11 ep
- Roger DelgadoSpanish Ambassador · 8 ep
- Patrick McLoughlinRichard Trevelyan · 6 ep
- Glynn EdwardsMartin · 4 ep
- Peter DiamondDe Luc · 4 ep
- Richard WarnerWalsingham · 4 ep
- Michael RipperCaylus · 3 ep
Details
- First aired
- 12 November 1961
- Last aired
- 20 May 1962
- Network
- Associated Television
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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Sir Francis Drake: quick answers
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How many seasons of Sir Francis Drake are there?
Sir Francis Drake has 1 season and 26 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is Sir Francis Drake finished?
Yes. Sir Francis Drake ended in 1962, so you can watch the whole story.
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What shows are like Sir Francis Drake?
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Who created Sir Francis Drake?
Sir Francis Drake was created by Ian Stuart Black and stars Terence Morgan, Jean Kent, Michael Crawford.