Germinal
Series Overview
In 1860s France, Étienne Lantier, an unemployed railway worker, is clever but uneducated with a dangerous temper. Forced to take a back-breaking job at the Le Voreux mine when he cannot get other work, he discovers that his fellow miners are ill, hungry, and in debt, unable to feed and clothe their families. When conditions in the mining community deteriorate even further, Lantier finds himself leading a strike that could mean starvation or salvation for all.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 5 Episodes
60 min per episode
1970 – 1970
Premiered: Sun, Jan 11, 1970
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 5: “Trapped”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Turner
Émile Zola, David Turner, Lennox Phillips
David Conroy
Department Leadership Roster
David Conroy
Producer
Don Homfray
Production Design
Laura June Hudson
Costume Design
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What is Germinal about?
In 1860s France, Étienne Lantier, an unemployed railway worker, is clever but uneducated with a dangerous temper. Forced to take a back-breaking job at the Le Voreux mine when he cannot get other work, he discovers that his fellow miners are ill, hungry, and in debt, unable to feed and clothe their families. When conditions in the mining community deteriorate even further, Lantier finds himself leading a strike that could mean starvation or salvation for all.
How many seasons does Germinal have?
Germinal comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Germinal?
Key cast members in Germinal include Mark Jones, Rosemary Leach, Annette Robertson, Graham Haberfield, Ken Jones.
Who created or directed Germinal?
Germinal was developed and directed by David Turner.