The Flame Trees of Thika
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Elspeth and her unconventional parents decide to settle down in Kenya and begin a coffee plantation. This is a time of discovery for Elspeth, as she encounters the incredible beauty and cruelty of nature, and new friendships with both Africans and British expatriates. A side plot involves the beautiful and bored British Lettice Palmer who enters into an affair with a handsome safari guide. Eventually, however, the excitement of Elspeth's life is disrupted by the onset of WW I, and the changes it brings.
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1 Season • 7 Episodes
60 min per episode
1981 – 1981
Premiered: Tue, Sep 1, 1981
John HawkesworthLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 7: “The Drums of War”
With Robin away, Tilly decides to go to Nairobi to do what she can for he war effort. As a result, Elspeth must go lives with the Robinsons, a wealthy merchant family who have a resident governess for their children. Elspeth doesn't adapt very well however and decides to run away. Hereward is in the army in France while Robin and Ian Crawford have joined the local forces but Tilly gets some bad news after a battle in the south. When Robin gets orders to join his old regiment in France, Tilley make plans to return to England, at least temporarily.
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John Hawkesworth
Elspeth Huxley
Alan Blaikley, Ken Howard
Ian Wilson
John Hawkesworth, Verity Lambert
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John Hawkesworth
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Verity Lambert
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Ian Wilson
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What is The Flame Trees of Thika about?
Elspeth and her unconventional parents decide to settle down in Kenya and begin a coffee plantation. This is a time of discovery for Elspeth, as she encounters the incredible beauty and cruelty of nature, and new friendships with both Africans and British expatriates. A side plot involves the beautiful and bored British Lettice Palmer who enters into an affair with a handsome safari guide. Eventually, however, the excitement of Elspeth's life is disrupted by the onset of WW I, and the changes it brings.
How many seasons does The Flame Trees of Thika have?
The Flame Trees of Thika comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Flame Trees of Thika?
Key cast members in The Flame Trees of Thika include Hayley Mills, Holly Aird, David Robb, Ben Cross, Sharon Maughan.
Who created or directed The Flame Trees of Thika?
The Flame Trees of Thika was developed and directed by John Hawkesworth.