The Rebel

The Rebel (2016-2017)

EndedScripted showComedy

The Rebel is Henry Palmer, a near 70-year-old who looks every bit the respectable, fine, upstanding Brighton resident. Except that underneath it all he's not. For 50 years he's been putting his youthful past behind him; or perhaps more accurately, brushing it under the floral patterned carpet. In the Sixties he was a Mod, a regular visitor to Brighton on his mirrored up Vespa scooter, dressed in a Parka with a bulls-eye on the back, ready for a rumble with the Rockers on their motorbikes. Recently bereaved by the loss of his long-suffering wife, Henry shares this adjustment with his slightly impossible daughter, Cath and her utterly ineffectual husband, Jeremy. The Rebel in Henry never really went away. It was just brewing...

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (40 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E06LoveDez. 13, 2017
S02E05SexDez. 6, 2017
S02E04DrugsNov. 29, 2017
S02E03HealthNov. 22, 2017
S02E02DeathNov. 15, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Rebel premiere?

The Rebel premiered on March 28, 2016.

Who is the creator of The Rebel?

The Rebel was created by Andrew Birch.

What is the genre of The Rebel?

The Rebel is a comedy-drama television series.

Who plays the lead role in The Rebel?

Simon Callow plays the lead role of Henry Palmer in The Rebel.

Where is The Rebel set?

The Rebel is set in modern-day London.

What is the plot of The Rebel?

The Rebel follows the eccentric and cantankerous Henry Palmer, who, following the death of his wife, decides to rebel against the status quo and live life on his own terms.

Who stars alongside Simon Callow in The Rebel?

Bill Paterson, Anita Dobson, and Anna Crilly star alongside Simon Callow in The Rebel.

How many episodes are in the first season of The Rebel?

The first season of The Rebel consists of six episodes.

What is the average runtime of an episode of The Rebel?

The average runtime of an episode of The Rebel is 30 minutes.

What is the reception of The Rebel?

The Rebel has generally received positive reviews from critics.

Is The Rebel based on a book or play?

No, The Rebel is not based on a book or play.

Who composed the theme song for The Rebel?

Murray Gold composed the theme song for The Rebel.

Was there any controversy surrounding The Rebel?

Yes, there was controversy surrounding The Rebel due to its use of a racial slur in one of the episodes.

Where can I watch The Rebel?

The Rebel is available to stream on various streaming platforms, including Amazon Prime Video.

Has The Rebel won any awards?

No, The Rebel has not won any awards.

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