The sweeping drama about the ruling and ruled classes of WWII India, trying amidst the turmoil to come to terms with the drastic changes taking place around them, knowing that their lives will never be the same again.
The British Raj: though their position seems secure, thoughtful English men and women know that "their" time in India is coming to an end. The story begins with an unjust arrest for rape, and the consequences of this echo through the series. Questions of identity and personal responsibility are explored against a background of war and personal intrigue.
Aired: Jan 9, 1984 In February 1942 Daphne Manners, the niece of the one-time Governor of the Di...
Aired: Jan 10, 1984 Daphne and Hari develop a deep affection for each other. When they meet in th...
Aired: Jan 17, 1984 Daphne Manners dies during childbirth and the baby is now in the care of her ...
Aired: Jan 24, 1984 The Layton family has traveled to Mirat but the wedding plans are in disarray...
Aired: Jan 31, 1984 With the wedding over and Teddie and Susan safely off on their honeymoon, Mer...
Aired: Feb 7, 1984 Having held a memorial service for Teddie Bingham, the Laytons learn more abo...
Aired: Feb 14, 1984 Still in Calcutta, Sarah accepts Jimmy Clarke's invitation to attend a party ...
Aired: Feb 21, 1984 Returning to Pankot from her trip to Calcutta, Sarah Layton meets Count Brono...
Aired: Feb 28, 1984 Susan has had a complete breakdown and is under psychiatric care in Pankot Ho...
10. An Evening at the Maharanee's
Aired: Mar 6, 1984Sarah travels to Bombay to meet her father, Colonel John Layton, who has been...
Aired: Mar 13, 1984 Sarah and her father return to Pankot and attempt to resume their normal live...
Aired: Mar 20, 1984 With the Japanese surrender and the end of the war, Perron puts into effect h...
Aired: Mar 27, 1984 It is now August 1947 and Guy Perron, who has returned to academic life, is i...
14. The Division of the Spoils
Aired: Apr 3, 1984Before leaving Mirat, Count Bronowski tells Guy the true circumstances concer...
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Current Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Production Country: United Kingdom
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