TV series
The Spoils of War
1980–1981, English, on ITV1. Created by John Finch.
In the aftermath of the Second World War, the Haywards are staunch labour supporters, the Warringtons own a soon to be nationalised coal mine. A riveting story exploring the differing effects of the Labour election victory on working class and upper class life, as well as the disruptive effect of war on the love lives of the younger members of the families.
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 20
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 1981
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Latest episode
S3 E7: The Promised Land
Aired 18 August 1981
Seasons 3
Cast & crew
- John FinchCreator
- William LucasGeorge Hayward · 20 ep
- Alan HunterBlake Hayward · 20 ep
- James BateMark Warrington · 19 ep
- Ian HastingsKeir Hayward · 18 ep
- Jane HowRosalynde Warrington · 17 ep
- Emily MoorePeg Warrington · 16 ep
- David LangtonJohn Warrington · 16 ep
- Colette O'NeilBeth Warrington · 16 ep
- Malcolm TierneyRichard Warrington · 14 ep
- Avis BunnageHelen Hayward · 13 ep
- Anita CareyMartha Blaze · 13 ep
- Catherine SchellPaula Brandt · 11 ep
Details
- First aired
- 27 January 1980
- Last aired
- 18 August 1981
- Network
- ITV1
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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How many seasons of The Spoils of War are there?
The Spoils of War has 3 seasons and 20 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is The Spoils of War finished?
Yes. The Spoils of War ended in 1981, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Spoils of War on?
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What shows are like The Spoils of War?
If you liked The Spoils of War, try Pearson, North and South, Land Girls.
Who created The Spoils of War?
The Spoils of War was created by John Finch and stars William Lucas, Alan Hunter, James Bate.