TV series
The Fortunes of Nigel
1974, English, on BBC One. Created by Alexander Baron.
In 1620s London, young Scottish nobleman Nigel Olifaunt travels to the English court to recover money owed by King James VI and I. Seeking to save his mortgaged estate, Nigel becomes entangled in courtly intrigue, dangerous rivalries, and the schemes of powerful nobles. When he makes an enemy of the dissolute Lord Dalgarno, the young lord finds himself forced into hiding among London's underworld, fighting for survival and honour.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 5
- Episode length
- 55 min
- Status
- Ended in 1974
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Latest episode
S1 E5: Part 5
Aired 24 March 1974
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Alexander BaronCreator
- Anthony AndrewsSir Nigel Olifaunt · 5 ep
- Alfred LynchKing James I · 5 ep
- Murray HeadLord Dalgarno · 5 ep
- Nina ThomasMargaret Ramsay · 5 ep
- Karl HowmanJenkin Vincent · 5 ep
- Denise BuckleyLady Hermione · 5 ep
- David MonicoSkurlie · 5 ep
- Roger HumeMaxwell · 5 ep
- Frank WylieRichard Moniplies · 4 ep
- Dallas AdamsDuke of Buckingham · 4 ep
- Simon LackGeorge Heriot · 4 ep
- Heather CanningNelly Christie · 4 ep
Details
- First aired
- 24 February 1974
- Last aired
- 24 March 1974
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
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What The Fortunes of Nigel is based on
The Fortunes of Nigel is adapted from a novel.
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The Fortunes of Nigel has 1 season and 5 episodes, about 55 minutes each.
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Yes. The Fortunes of Nigel ended in 1974, so you can watch the whole story.
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Who created The Fortunes of Nigel?
The Fortunes of Nigel was created by Alexander Baron and stars Anthony Andrews, Alfred Lynch, Murray Head.
What is The Fortunes of Nigel based on?
The Fortunes of Nigel is adapted from a novel.