South Riding
Series Overview
Headmistress Sarah Burton, a left-wing feminist, is disgusted by the social injustices faced by her pupils. In spite of her beliefs, she reluctantly finds herself falling in love with a Tory landowner whose wife is suffering from insanity.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 13 Episodes
50 min per episode
1974 – 1974
Premiered: Mon, Sep 16, 1974
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “Give Us This Day”
Lydia Holly has been accepted back into school, but her mind is elsewhere over her father's upcoming nuptials to Mrs Brimsley. However, an afternoon picnic with her siblings soon takes their mind off things when they make a nasty discovery. Meanwhile Sarah learns that Joe Astell is leaving for Glasgow, and Sarah clashes with Mrs Beddows over Robert Carne, leading to revelations for both women.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Ormerod, Alastair Reid
Stan Barstow, Winifred Holtby
Ron Grainer
James Ormerod
Department Leadership Roster
James Ormerod
Director
Alastair Reid
Director
Stan Barstow
Writer
James Ormerod
Producer
Ron Grainer
Original Music Composer
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What is South Riding about?
Headmistress Sarah Burton, a left-wing feminist, is disgusted by the social injustices faced by her pupils. In spite of her beliefs, she reluctantly finds herself falling in love with a Tory landowner whose wife is suffering from insanity.
How many seasons does South Riding have?
South Riding comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in South Riding?
Key cast members in South Riding include Dorothy Tutin, Hermione Baddeley, Nigel Davenport, Judi Bowker, Clive Swift.
Who created or directed South Riding?
South Riding was developed and directed by James Ormerod, Alastair Reid.