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.

Episode menu

Series 2, Episode 5 - Sale Or Return

The Marquis has put the house up for sale, causing William and Hester quite some hassle, not least the thought of finding new accommodation. The odious Trendles are particularly keen to buy the property.

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 22nd October 1990
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Tuesday 25th February 2014 4:15pm ITV3
Wednesday 26th February 2014 6:00am ITV3
Wednesday 3rd December 2014 4:40pm ITV3
Thursday 4th December 2014 7:20am ITV3
Wednesday 25th March 2015 4:15pm ITV3
Thursday 26th March 2015 6:00am ITV3
Thursday 9th July 2015 4:20pm ITV3
Wednesday 2nd January 2019 6:00pm Drama
Monday 4th March 2019 6:05pm Drama
Friday 15th November 2019 5:25pm Drama
Friday 30th October 2020 5:25pm Drama
Saturday 31st October 2020 7:00am Drama
Wednesday 19th May 2021 5:25pm Drama
Friday 25th June 2021 8:10am Gold
Saturday 26th June 2021 7:00am Gold
Friday 30th July 2021 8:05am Gold
Sunday 29th August 2021 1:00am Gold
Tuesday 31st August 2021 7:40am Gold

Cast & crew

Cast
Julia McKenzie Hester Fields
Anton Rodgers William Fields
Pamela Salem Chantal Moriac
Liz Crowther Jill Trendle
Robin Kermode Hugh Trendle
Valerie Lush Madame Remoleux
Olivier Pierre Monsieur Dax
Victoria Baker Marie-Christine Dax
Guest cast
Nicholas Courtney Marquis
John Moreno Monsieur Popineau (Headmaster)
Frank Lazarus Andre LeClerc (Music Teacher)
Writing team
John Chapman Writer
Ian Davidson Writer
Production team
Mark Stuart Director
James Gilbert Producer
Tom Kavanagh Editor
Harry Clark Production Designer
Alan Parker Composer

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