Who Pays the Ferryman?
Who Pays the Ferryman? was a television series produced by the BBC in 1977. The title of the series refers to the ancient religious belief and mythology of Charon the ferryman to Hades. In ancient times it was the custom to place coins in or on the mouth of the deceased before cremation so that the deceased could pay the ferryman to go to Hades. The eight-part series was written by Michael J. Bird.
Cast: Jack Hedley, Lalla Ward, Neil McCarthy
Miniseries
8 episodes
1. Return to YesterdayReliving the past can be dangerous as Alan Haldane discovers when he returns to Crete after 30 years. His arrival awakens old passions and a hatred, which, unknown to him, has festered for all that time.CC50minNov 7, 1977
2. Some Talk of AlexanderHaldane meets William Hebden. Hebden is also reliving the past, but while Haldane hides his light under a bushel, Hebden tells his story to anyone who'll listen. An action he may have cause to regret.CC50minNov 14, 1977
3. The Long ShadowKaterina Matakis marshals the forces against an unsuspecting Haldane.
A man's past can be used to destroy him. But when the stakes are this high, other lives may then be in jeopardy.CC50minNov 21, 1977
4. A Dead Man to Carry My CrossAn entire village unites against a stranger and an ugly vendetta alienates Annika from Haldane. As events take their course, Haldane learns just how strong are the ties with the past.CC50minNov 28, 1977
5. Receive the LightHaldane accepts an unusual challenge and wins an unusual friend. Meanwhile, it is Easter in Elounda. Annika does not know and Haldane dare not reveal that her dead sister is an obstacle to their happiness.
When disaster strikes Haldane is surprised by the reaction of the local population.CC50minDec 5, 1977
6. The Well"We can never shake ourselves free of what once was", says the Major, "for the past stands with us like our shadow."
Alan Haldane encounters a "Lotus Eater". What is it that drives a man like Duncan Neve?CC50minDec 12, 1977
7. A River to CrossThe vendetta continues against Alan Haldane and he learns that someone wishes him dead. Is it he who must pay the ferryman? He may yet have cause to wish it were.CC50minDec 19, 1977
8. The Daughters of Themis"In a lifetime, in every act, among the seeds we sow is the seed of tragedy. And tragedy is a plant which can take many years to grow and even longer to blossom and bear its bitter fruit."
Katerina Matakis discovers the capriciousness of the Fates as old gods exact their vengeance. With his new life in ruins, Haldane can see no alternative but to fight his vendetta to its conclusion.CC50minDec 26, 1977
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Who Pays the Ferryman?
Who Pays the Ferryman? was a television series produced by the BBC in 1977. The title of the series refers to the ancient religious belief and mythology of Charon the ferryman to Hades. In ancient times it was the custom to place coins in or on the mouth of the deceased before cremation so that the deceased could pay the ferryman to go to Hades. The eight-part series was written by Michael J. Bird.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- William Slater
- Created by
- Michael J. Bird
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English, Greek
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
