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Sinister Street

Series Overview

Sinister Street is a 1969 British television miniseries based on Compton Mackenzie's 1913-14 novel of the same name. Dramatised by Ray Lawler, the six-part serial stars Brett Usher, Gillian Hawser, Kate Lansbury, and Jo Kendall. Being the sole televised adaptation produced, all episodes were wiped and are believed to be lost. A psychological coming-of-age drama, two children, Michael Fane and his sister Stella, are born out of wedlock, something considered taboo at the time, but to rich parents.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

45 min per episode

Air Date Window

1969 – 1969

Premiered: Sat, May 10, 1969

Created By
Ray Lawler

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Jun 14, 1969

Season 1, Episode 6: “The Cup of Honour”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ray Lawler

Screenplay & Story

Lennox Phillips, Compton MacKenzie

Film Editing

Dave King

Producers

David Conroy

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Compton MacKenzie

Department Leadership Roster

David Conroy

Producer

Dave King

Editor

Sally Hulke

Production Design

Joyce Hammond

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sinister Street.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sinister Street

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What is Sinister Street about?

Sinister Street is a 1969 British television miniseries based on Compton Mackenzie's 1913-14 novel of the same name. Dramatised by Ray Lawler, the six-part serial stars Brett Usher, Gillian Hawser, Kate Lansbury, and Jo Kendall. Being the sole televised adaptation produced, all episodes were wiped and are believed to be lost. A psychological coming-of-age drama, two children, Michael Fane and his sister Stella, are born out of wedlock, something considered taboo at the time, but to rich parents.

How many seasons does Sinister Street have?

Sinister Street comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Sinister Street?

Key cast members in Sinister Street include Brett Usher, Gillian Hawser, Kate Lansbury, Jo Kendall.

Who created or directed Sinister Street?

Sinister Street was developed and directed by Ray Lawler.