TV series
Fair Stood the Wind for France
1980, English, on BBC One. Created by Julian Bond.
When John Franklin crash-lands his Wellington bomber in occupied France at the height of the Second World War, he is concerned for the safety of his crew and worried about his own badly injured arm. His crew escapes, but the family of a mill owner risk their lives to hide Franklin in their home until he regains his health. During the following balmy summer months, the pilot's situation is further complicated by his feelings for Francoise, the daughter of the house, but as German patrols move in, his only chance of survival is to flee from France.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 4
- Episode length
- 55 min
- Status
- Ended in 1980
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Latest episode
S1 E4: Part 4
Aired 23 September 1980
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Julian BondCreator
- David BeamesJohn Franklin · 4 ep
- Cécile PaoliFrancoise · 4 ep
- Bernard KayFather · 3 ep
- Eileen WayGrandmother · 3 ep
- John FlanaganO'Connor · 3 ep
- Timothy MorandPierre · 3 ep
- Martin GowerTaylor · 2 ep
- David NealDoctor · 2 ep
- Paulette PreneyWoman in Black · 2 ep
- Ewen SolonSurgeon · 2 ep
- Nigel CaliburnLancaster Crew · 1 ep
- David HoweLancaster Crew · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 2 September 1980
- Last aired
- 23 September 1980
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
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What Fair Stood the Wind for France is based on
Fair Stood the Wind for France is adapted from a novel.
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How many seasons of Fair Stood the Wind for France are there?
Fair Stood the Wind for France has 1 season and 4 episodes, about 55 minutes each.
Is Fair Stood the Wind for France finished?
Yes. Fair Stood the Wind for France ended in 1980, so you can watch the whole story.
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What shows are like Fair Stood the Wind for France?
If you liked Fair Stood the Wind for France, try Hornblower, Shōgun, Andor.
Who created Fair Stood the Wind for France?
Fair Stood the Wind for France was created by Julian Bond and stars David Beames, Cécile Paoli, Bernard Kay.
What is Fair Stood the Wind for France based on?
Fair Stood the Wind for France is adapted from a novel.