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French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television
French Fields

French Fields

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1989 - 1991
  • 19 episodes (3 series)

In this sequel to Fresh Fields, Hester and William move to France. The episodes centre around the couple's adjustment to their new life and difficulties dealing with French culture. Stars Julia McKenzie, Anton Rodgers, Pamela Salem, Liz Crowther, Robin Kermode and more.

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Series 1, Episode 1 - Chunnel Vision

After a particularly bad day at work, William's horrified to discover he's forgotten an important dinner meeting - and more shocked still to be offered a high-paying job in France. Hester's more than a little keen, but can the Fields make such a big move so relatively late in life?

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 5th September 1989
Time
8:30pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Julia McKenzie Hester Fields
Anton Rodgers William Fields
Pamela Salem Chantal Moriac
Guest cast
Brian de Salvo Henri Nadal
David Conville Gerald Bingley
Edith Macarthur Marion Bingley
Nicholas Johnson Waiter
Writing team
John Chapman Writer
Ian Davidson Writer
Production team
James Gilbert Director
Mark Stuart Director
James Gilbert Producer
Roger Holmes Editor
Harry Clark Production Designer
Alan Parker Composer

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