Backs to the Land
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Play S1 E1Backs to the Land is a British sitcom that aired on ITV from 1977 to 1978. Starring Philippa Howell, Terese Stevens and Pippa Page, Backs to the Land is set during World War II. It was written by David Climie. It was made for the ITV network by Anglia Television.
Cast: John Stratton, David Troughton, Michael Troughton
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6 episodes
- 1. A Miss Is As Good As A MaleThe arrival of three Women's Land Army girls to replace his enlisted farm hands is not what Farmer Whitlow expected. He is resolved to get rid of Shirley, Jenny and Daphne as soon as possible... but they are equally determined to stay!CC30minApr 15, 1977
- 2. Nymph And ShepherdThe Land Army girls find they have a lot to learn. When they are given a flock of sheep to shear by Farmer Whitlow, the lads of the village are more than willing to help them, but at a price!CC30minApr 22, 1977
- 3. Alarms, Excursions And Day TripsThe villagers of Clayfield set sail in their small boats to help rescue beleagured British troops from Dunkirk. Farmer Whitlow is very anxious that his two sons are rescued - otherwise the girls will be doing the hay harvest...CC30minApr 29, 1977
- 4. Sons and Lovers, God ForbidEric and Roy's designs on some extra-curricular fun are curtailed by the vigilant scrutiny of their father. Shirley has issues with their daily diet, which seems to be a never-ending mountain of bacon and ham.CC25minMay 27, 1977
- 5. We Shall Fight Them In The BreechesFarmer Whitlow loses his rag when his sheep come under attack by an army unit on manoeuvres. Lady Bramston rounds up a bunch of unlikely suspects for her 'Dad's Army' and appoints Whitlow as their NCO.CC30minMay 13, 1977
- 6. All Is Somehow Gathered InFarmer Whitlow shifts into slavedriver mode as he begins to anticipate the best harvest in years, but he becomes furtive when a dubious looking character tries to rope him into some shady dealings.CC30minMay 20, 1977
Backs to the Land
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Backs to the Land is a British sitcom that aired on ITV from 1977 to 1978. Starring Philippa Howell, Terese Stevens and Pippa Page, Backs to the Land is set during World War II. It was written by David Climie. It was made for the ITV network by Anglia Television.
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Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
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Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
