TV series
The Lotus Eaters
1972–1973, English, on BBC One. Created by Michael J. Bird.
Follows the lives of British expatriates living on the island of Crete, where their secrets will soon rise to the surface.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 15
- Episode length
- 50 min
- Status
- Ended in 1973
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Latest episode
S2 E6: And If You Have the Time, Lord
Aired 12 August 1973
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
- Michael J. BirdCreator
- Ian HendryErik Shepherd · 15 ep
- Wanda VenthamAnn Shepherd · 15 ep
- Anthony StambouliehNikos · 13 ep
- Stefan GryffCapt. Michael Krasakis · 12 ep
- Maurice DenhamNestor Turton · 11 ep
- Frank DuncanController (uncredited) · 10 ep
- Karan DavidKaterina · 8 ep
- Martin HowellsMark Potter (uncredited) · 7 ep
- Julia GoodmanKirsten McLuhan · 7 ep
- Timothy CarltonGerald Mace · 6 ep
- Godfrey JamesNicholson · 6 ep
- Karl HeldPhilip Mervish · 5 ep
Details
- First aired
- 23 April 1972
- Last aired
- 12 August 1973
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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The Lotus Eaters: quick answers
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How many seasons of The Lotus Eaters are there?
The Lotus Eaters has 2 seasons and 15 episodes, about 50 minutes each.
Is The Lotus Eaters finished?
Yes. The Lotus Eaters ended in 1973, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Lotus Eaters on?
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The Lotus Eaters parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Lotus Eaters?
If you liked The Lotus Eaters, try Burn Notice, The New Avengers, Danger Man.
Who created The Lotus Eaters?
The Lotus Eaters was created by Michael J. Bird and stars Ian Hendry, Wanda Ventham, Anthony Stamboulieh.