Kizzy
Series Overview
Kizzy is a six-part 1976 BBC television miniseries based on Rumer Godden's novel The Diddakoi. It starred Vanessa Furst as orphan traveller (or Romani girl) called Kizzy, who faces persecution, grief and loss in a hostile, close-knit village community.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 6 Episodes
28 min per episode
1976 – 1976
Premiered: Wed, Jan 21, 1976
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “The Bonfire”
Bonfire night arrives, and it seems that Kizzy has finally turned a corner with the local girls — but an accident threatens everything.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Tilley
John Tully, Rumer Godden
Peter Gosling
Bill Wright
Department Leadership Roster
David Tilley
Director
John Tully
Writer
Peter Gosling
Original Music Composer
Bill Wright
Editor
Myles Lang
Production Design
Ann Brown
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kizzy
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What is Kizzy about?
Kizzy is a six-part 1976 BBC television miniseries based on Rumer Godden's novel The Diddakoi. It starred Vanessa Furst as orphan traveller (or Romani girl) called Kizzy, who faces persecution, grief and loss in a hostile, close-knit village community.
How many seasons does Kizzy have?
Kizzy comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Kizzy?
Key cast members in Kizzy include Vanessa Furst, Anne Ridler, Melissa Docker, John Welsh, Patrick McAlinney.
Who created or directed Kizzy?
Kizzy was developed and directed by David Tilley.