Aquila
Series Overview
Aquila is a British children's television show which aired on the BBC from 1997 to 1998. An episode was aired once a week, and was based on the story of two boys, Tom Baxter and Geoff Reynolds, who find a spacecraft when digging in a field. It was based on the book Aquila by British author Andrew Norriss and set in Bristol.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 13 Episodes
25 min per episode
1997 – 1998
Premiered: Tue, Dec 2, 1997
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 6: “On Second Thoughts, Let's Panic”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Bell
Richard Fegen, Andrew Norriss
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Fegen
Writer
David Bell
Director
Andrew Norriss
Writer
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What is Aquila about?
Aquila is a British children's television show which aired on the BBC from 1997 to 1998. An episode was aired once a week, and was based on the story of two boys, Tom Baxter and Geoff Reynolds, who find a spacecraft when digging in a field. It was based on the book Aquila by British author Andrew Norriss and set in Bristol.
How many seasons does Aquila have?
Aquila comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Aquila?
Key cast members in Aquila include Ben Brooks, Craig Vye, Sallyanne Law, Vivien Parry.
Who created or directed Aquila?
Aquila was developed and directed by David Bell.