Privates
Series Overview
Privates is a 2013 BBC One drama television series set in 1960 which follows the stories of eight privates who are part of the last intake of National Service, and their relationships with their officers and non-commissioned officers, civilian staff and families. The series was written by Damian Wayling, directed by Bryn Higgins and produced by Nick Pitt. The setting is the fictional North Yorkshire Regiment, although for dramatic effect the characters are from a variety of backgrounds including London, Liverpool, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Filmed in Northern Ireland, extras were provided by soldiers, wives and families of 2nd Battalion, The Rifles. Locations were Ballykinler Army Base, Tyrella Beach, South Promenade Newcastle.
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1 Season • 5 Episodes
45 min per episode
2013 – 2013
Premiered: Mon, Jan 7, 2013
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 5: “Episode 5”
As preparations for the Remembrance Day parade begin, Capt Gulliver plans to hand in his resignation to make a fresh start with his wife. But when Sgt Butcher invites Audrey to go to Australia with him, she is forced to choose between her newly invigorated husband and her lover. Drama, starring Patrick Baladi and Michael Nardone.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Ross Anderson
Private Lomax
Matthew Aubrey
Private Davies
Patrick Baladi
Captain Gulliver
Jack Fox
Private White-Bowne
Sasha Frost
Norah Preston
David Kirkbride
Private Hoy
Conor MacNeill
Private McIlvenny
Phil McKee
Corporal Barrowman
Michael Nardone
Sergeant Butcher
Billy Seymour
Private Wratten
Marc Silcock
Lance Corporal Jimmy Hobbs
Emma Stansfield
Audrey Gulliver
Sam Swann
Private Rothman
Sara Vickers
Connie Charles
Alexander Vlahos
Private Keenan
Richard Katz
Captain Bulgakov
Johnny Hamilton
Section 1 Private
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dominic Barlow
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What is Privates about?
Privates is a 2013 BBC One drama television series set in 1960 which follows the stories of eight privates who are part of the last intake of National Service, and their relationships with their officers and non-commissioned officers, civilian staff and families. The series was written by Damian Wayling, directed by Bryn Higgins and produced by Nick Pitt. The setting is the fictional North Yorkshire Regiment, although for dramatic effect the characters are from a variety of backgrounds including London, Liverpool, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Filmed in Northern Ireland, extras were provided by soldiers, wives and families of 2nd Battalion, The Rifles. Locations were Ballykinler Army Base, Tyrella Beach, South Promenade Newcastle.
How many seasons does Privates have?
Privates comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Privates?
Key cast members in Privates include Ross Anderson, Matthew Aubrey, Patrick Baladi, Jack Fox, Sasha Frost.
Who created or directed Privates?
Privates was developed and directed by Not specified.