Land Girls

Land Girls (2009-2011)

EndedScripted showDrama, Romance, War

Follow the lives, loves and highs and lows of four members of the Women's Land Army who are working at the Hoxley Estate during World War II.

Land Girls is a British television period drama series, first broadcast on BBC One on 7 September 2009. Land Girls was created by Roland Moore and commissioned by the BBC to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the outbreak of World War II. The programme was BBC Daytime's first commission of a period drama. Land Girls was filmed in and around the city of Birmingham. The first series features Summer Strallen, Christine Bottomley, Jo Woodcock and Becci Gemmell as four different girls doing their bit for Britain in theWomen's Land Army during the War.

Land Girls won the "Best Daytime Programme" at the 2010 Broadcast Awards and in that same year the BBC announced that it had commissioned a second series, comprising five episodes. Woodcock and Gemmell reprised their roles as Bea and Joyce and Seline Hizlimade her debut as new girl, Connie Carter. The second series began airing from 17 January 2011 and two months later BBC Daytime Controller, Liam Keelan, renewed Land Girls for a third series. It began airing from 7 November 2011.

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 17:15 (60 min)

Last Episode

Last Days of Summer
Season 3Episode 560 min

Last Days of Summer

Events spiral out of control for Connie when her shady past catches up with her. Iris makes a shocking discovery, whilst John is given some crushing news and Esther decides to face her critics in the village. Meanwhile, can Ellen keep up the pretence with Richard?

Nov. 11, 2011

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E05Last Days of SummerNov. 11, 2011
S03E04Farewell My LovelyNov. 10, 2011
S03E03The Enemy WithinNov. 9, 2011
S03E02The War in the FieldsNov. 8, 2011
S03E01Home to RoostNov. 7, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Land Girls premiere?

Land Girls premiered on September 7th, 2009.

Who are the lead characters in Land Girls?

The lead characters in Land Girls are Nancy, Joyce, Bea, and Annie.

What is the main plot of Land Girls?

Land Girls follows the lives of four different girls who have signed up for the Women's Land Army during World War II. The show tracks their relationships, friendships, and hardships on the farms where they are placed.

Where was Land Girls filmed?

Land Girls was filmed at various locations in the UK, including Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds, and the South East of England.

Who created Land Girls?

Land Girls was created by Roland Moore.

How long is each episode of Land Girls?

Each episode of Land Girls is 1 hour long.

What inspired Roland Moore to create Land Girls?

Roland Moore was inspired to create Land Girls after reading a book about the Women's Land Army during WWII.

Who produced Land Girls?

Land Girls was produced by BBC Drama Production.

Was Land Girls based on a true story?

While Land Girls was not directly based on a true story, it is inspired by the experiences of the Women's Land Army during WWII.

How many actresses played the role of Bea?

The role of Bea was played by two actresses, Jo Woodcock and Becci Gemmell.

What other TV shows has Roland Moore created?

Roland Moore has created the TV shows "The Paradise" and "Doctors".

Was Land Girls well received by critics?

Land Girls received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the show for its historical accuracy and engaging storylines, others found it predictable and unoriginal.

Who directed the first episode of Land Girls?

The first episode of Land Girls was directed by Steve Hughes.

Cast

Danny Webb

Danny Webb

plays Sgt. Dennis Tucker
Christine Bottomley

Christine Bottomley

plays Annie Barratt
Jo Woodcock

Jo Woodcock

plays Bea Holloway
Mark Benton

Mark Benton

plays Frederick Finch
Susan Cookson

Susan Cookson

plays Esther Reeves
Sophie Ward

Sophie Ward

plays Lady Ellen Hoxley
Liam Boyle

Liam Boyle

plays Billy Finch
Summer Strallen

Summer Strallen

plays Nancy Morrell
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Characters

Sgt. Dennis Tucker

Sgt. Dennis Tucker

played by Danny Webb
Annie Barratt

Annie Barratt

played by Christine Bottomley
Bea Holloway

Bea Holloway

played by Jo Woodcock
Frederick Finch

Frederick Finch

played by Mark Benton
Esther Reeves

Esther Reeves

played by Susan Cookson
Lady Ellen Hoxley

Lady Ellen Hoxley

played by Sophie Ward
Billy Finch

Billy Finch

played by Liam Boyle
Nancy Morrell

Nancy Morrell

played by Summer Strallen
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Also known as

  • Работницы (Russian Federation)

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