Hannay

Hannay (1988-1989)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure

Hannay was a drama series that aired on ITV from 1988-1989. It was a spin-off from the 1978 film, The Thirty-Nine Steps.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (60 min)

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Say the Bells of Shorditch
Season 2Episode 760 min

Say the Bells of Shorditch

The year is 1912 and the 'unsinkable' ship 'Titanic' has sunk. Richard Hannay's god-daughter Susan is being married to Lord Berenger's son, Michael Harrington, and Hannay is visiting her family. The night before the wedding Michael goes missing after his batchelor's party. Why did Lord Berenger send a large and immensely valuable consignment of gold to Canada via 'The Titanic' which was in fact heading for the United States? Did the missing gold in fact go down with the ill-fated ship - the uninsurable on board the unsinkable? What is the mystery behind the ship's bells at the foundary used by the firm Campbell/Mallory, of which Lord Berenger is Managing Director. Hannay finds himself involved in a bizarre mystery involving a kidnapping, two murders and a plot involving the Czar of Russia.
mars 14, 1989

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E07Say the Bells of Shorditchmars 14, 1989
S02E06The Confidence Manmars 7, 1989
S02E05That Rough Musicfévr. 28, 1989
S02E04The Good Samaritanfévr. 21, 1989
S02E03Double Jeopardyfévr. 14, 1989
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Hannay' from 1988 premiere?

'Hannay' premiered on January 3, 1988.

Who played the lead character in 'Hannay'?

Robert Powell portrayed the lead character in 'Hannay'.

What is the genre of the TV show 'Hannay'?

'Hannay' falls under the genre of drama.

Where is 'Hannay' set?

'Hannay' is set in England.

Who created the TV show 'Hannay'?

The TV show 'Hannay' was created by Michael Robson.

What is the main storyline of 'Hannay'?

'Hannay' follows the adventures of Richard Hannay, a former soldier who becomes entangled in various thrilling and dangerous situations.

How many episodes does 'Hannay' have?

'Hannay' consists of six episodes.

What is the running time of each episode of 'Hannay'?

Each episode of 'Hannay' has a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Who are some of the recurring characters in 'Hannay'?

Some of the recurring characters in 'Hannay' include Mary Lamington, Sir Harry Bulwer, and Sandy Arbuthnot.

What are some notable guest stars who appeared in 'Hannay'?

Notable guest stars in 'Hannay' include John Castle, Timothy West, and David Robb.

What is the overall reception of 'Hannay'?

'Hannay' has generally received positive reviews, with praise for its thrilling storyline and Robert Powell's performance.

Did 'Hannay' win any awards?

Yes, 'Hannay' was nominated for a BAFTA TV Award for Best Drama Series in 1989.

Is 'Hannay' based on any literary source material?

Yes, 'Hannay' is based on the character Richard Hannay created by Scottish author John Buchan.

Who directed the episodes of 'Hannay'?

Each episode of 'Hannay' was directed by a different director.

Did 'Hannay' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'Hannay' had a memorable theme song composed by Howard Blake.

Is 'Hannay' available for streaming or purchase?

As of now, 'Hannay' is not readily available for streaming or purchase.

Cast

Robert Powell

Robert Powell

plays Richard Hannay
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Characters

Richard Hannay

Richard Hannay

played by Robert Powell
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