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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 3, Episode 3 - Make For The Hills!

Peter's terrible parents make an unexpected visit to northern France, so William and Hester take their first chance to escape - with unforseen consequences.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 17th September 1991
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
Daniel Pageon (as Daniel André Pageon) Gendarme
Zulema Dene Madame Lepine (Garlic Breath)
Nancy Nevinson Margaret (Peter's Mother)
Eric Dodson Henry (Peter's Father)
Marian McLoughlin Quarrelling Wife
Alec Sabin Quarrelling Husband
Peter Gale Camp Site Warden
Yvonne Gilan Old Woman
Claude Le Saché Old Man
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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