Smokescreen
Series Overview
It's the summer of 1907, and cinema is in its infancy. In a northern industrial town two very different movie moguls are battling for the hearts, minds and purses of the local population. Frank Sheringham is an enterprising filmmaker determined to woo audiences away from the local flea-pit run by the villainous Albert Gold. The whole town becomes involved in the vendetta and three local children are at the eye of the storm.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 6 Episodes
30 min per episode
1994 – 1994
Premiered: Sun, Jan 2, 1994
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode 6”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giancarlo Gemin
James Andrew Hall
Robert Lockhart
Jill Green, Anna Home
Department Leadership Roster
Giancarlo Gemin
Director
James Andrew Hall
Writer
Jill Green
Producer
Robert Lockhart
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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U: Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Smokescreen about?
It's the summer of 1907, and cinema is in its infancy. In a northern industrial town two very different movie moguls are battling for the hearts, minds and purses of the local population. Frank Sheringham is an enterprising filmmaker determined to woo audiences away from the local flea-pit run by the villainous Albert Gold. The whole town becomes involved in the vendetta and three local children are at the eye of the storm.
How many seasons does Smokescreen have?
Smokescreen comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Smokescreen?
Key cast members in Smokescreen include Timothy West, Paula Wilcox, Joan Sims, Kate Hardie, Sally Walsh.
Who created or directed Smokescreen?
Smokescreen was developed and directed by Giancarlo Gemin.