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A Year in Provence

Series Overview

Annie and Peter Mayle decide, in their own words, to take the plunge: they quit their jobs as a tax investigator and an advertising executive and move to Provence in the south of France. Their first month goes from outstanding to downright puzzling: while they adore the food and wine, they encounter amusing cultural barriers.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 12 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1993 – 1993

Premiered: Sun, Feb 28, 1993

Created By
Michael Sadler

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, May 16, 1993

Season 1, Episode 12: “A Year in Provence”

December arrives and the Mayles are now approaching their first anniversary in Provence. Annie however is fed up at the never finished work in their house.

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A Year in Provence promo from 1993

Type: Teaser • Published 2022-11-15

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Sadler

Screenplay & Story

Peter Mayle

Original Score & Music

Carl Davis

Director of Photography

Nigel Walters

Producers

Ken Riddington, David Hanson

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Peter Mayle

Department Leadership Roster

Ken Riddington

Producer

Carl Davis

Carl Davis

Original Music Composer

Nigel Walters

Director of Photography

Amanda Atkinson

Production Design

Jeremy Turner

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Year in Provence

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What is A Year in Provence about?

Annie and Peter Mayle decide, in their own words, to take the plunge: they quit their jobs as a tax investigator and an advertising executive and move to Provence in the south of France. Their first month goes from outstanding to downright puzzling: while they adore the food and wine, they encounter amusing cultural barriers.

How many seasons does A Year in Provence have?

A Year in Provence comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in A Year in Provence?

Key cast members in A Year in Provence include John Thaw, Lindsay Duncan.

Who created or directed A Year in Provence?

A Year in Provence was developed and directed by Michael Sadler.