TV series
The Swish of the Curtain
1980, English, on BBC One. Created by Julia Jones.
Seven kids form a theatre troupe, staging plays for family and friends. Seeking recognition and the coveted Seymore Trophy, they utilize their talents while overcoming parental doubts.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 4
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Status
- Ended in 1980
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Latest episode
S1 E4: Part 4
Aired 4 May 1980
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Julia JonesCreator
- Sarah GreeneSandra Fayne · 4 ep
- Jayne StevensMadelaine 'Maddy' Fayne · 4 ep
- Dominic SavageJeremy Darwin · 4 ep
- Amanda KirbyLynette Darwin · 4 ep
- Sally Jane JacksonVictoria 'Viccy' Jane Halford · 4 ep
- Simon Cowell-ParkerNigel Murray Halford · 4 ep
- Ashley KnightPercy 'Bulldog' Turnbull Halford · 4 ep
- Davyd HarriesMr Fayne · 1 ep
- Jane BriersMrs Fayne · 1 ep
- Shirley DixonMrs Darwin · 1 ep
- Marian DiamondMrs Halford · 1 ep
- David StollMr Bell · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 13 April 1980
- Last aired
- 4 May 1980
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
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What The Swish of the Curtain is based on
The Swish of the Curtain is adapted from a novel.
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The Swish of the Curtain: quick answers
Is The Swish of the Curtain worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Swish of the Curtain are there?
The Swish of the Curtain has 1 season and 4 episodes, about 25 minutes each.
Is The Swish of the Curtain finished?
Yes. The Swish of the Curtain ended in 1980, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Swish of the Curtain on?
The Swish of the Curtain isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
The Swish of the Curtain parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Swish of the Curtain yet.
What shows are like The Swish of the Curtain?
If you liked The Swish of the Curtain, try Tyler Perry's The Oval, Chicken Girls, The Next Step.
Who created The Swish of the Curtain?
The Swish of the Curtain was created by Julia Jones and stars Sarah Greene, Jayne Stevens, Dominic Savage.
What is The Swish of the Curtain based on?
The Swish of the Curtain is adapted from a novel.