Spyship

Spyship (1983)

EndedScripted showDrama

Suspicions are aroused when a British trawler goes missing. Enter a nightmarish world of political cover-ups of international consequence in the last decade of the Cold War in this six-part BBC drama. When an ordinary British fishing vessel and its 36-man crew mysteriously disappears off the coast of Norway, journalist Martin Taylor (Tom Wilkinson) is determined to find out why. His father was on board, and is now missing. His investigations soon lead him to run up against the twin barriers of Royal Navy stonewalling and an impenetrable Soviet Politburo. The notorious finale shocked audiences when it was first aired in 1983. The haunting theme 'A Cold Wind', sung by June Tabor, was so popular it was released as a single. Spyship is based on the fictional novel by Brian Haynes and Tom Keene, former reporters who researched the real life sinking of the FV Gaul in 1974 which was shrouded in mystery.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:05 (55 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Episode 6Dec 14, 1983
S01E05Episode 5Dec 7, 1983
S01E04Episode 4Nov 30, 1983
S01E03Episode 3Nov 23, 1983
S01E02Episode 2Nov 16, 1983
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Spyship premiere?

Spyship premiered on March 14, 1983.

Who created the TV show Spyship?

The TV show Spyship was created by Michael Russell.

Where was Spyship set in?

Spyship was set in the North Atlantic.

Who played Alec Stewart in Spyship?

David Calder played Alec Stewart in Spyship.

Who played Captain Robert North in Spyship?

Tom Wilkinson played Captain Robert North in Spyship.

What is the premise of Spyship?

The premise of Spyship is about a British warship that is secretly carrying a sophisticated electronic surveillance equipment.

Who directed the TV show Spyship?

Michael Custance directed the TV show Spyship.

Who produced the TV show Spyship?

The TV show Spyship was produced by Michael Russell.

Was Spyship based on a book or true story?

Spyship was not based on a book or true story.

How many episodes were there in the TV show Spyship?

There were a total of six episodes in the TV show Spyship.

Who played Lieutenant Commander Ben Conran in Spyship?

James Faulkner played Lieutenant Commander Ben Conran in Spyship.

Who played Sub Lieutenant Mark Wheeler in Spyship?

Nicholas Jones played Sub Lieutenant Mark Wheeler in Spyship.

What is the main conflict in Spyship?

The main conflict in Spyship is whether the electronic surveillance equipment will fall into the wrong hands or not.

What was the critical reception of Spyship?

Spyship was generally well-received by critics.

What is the main theme of Spyship?

The main theme of Spyship is espionage.

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