The Great Fire
Series Overview
In 1666, against the decadent backdrop of King Charles II’s court and centering on the circumstances that lead to the catastrophic fire, Thomas Farriner deals with family at the bakery in Pudding Lane, the playboy King’s extravagant lifestyle, and Farriner’s complex relationship with his fictional sister-in-law, Sarah.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
45 min per episode
2014 – 2014
Premiered: Thu, Oct 16, 2014
Tom BradbyLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Part 4”
Thomas has to reveal to Sarah that her husband Will is not dead but has run off to the colonies.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Great Fire | Starts this Autumn on ITVOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-09-24
Cast & Creators
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Andrew Buchan
Thomas Farriner
Trixiebell Harrowell
Mary Farriner
Polly Dartford
Hannah Farriner
Joey Price
David Farriner
Rose Leslie
Sarah
Geoff Bell
Wilson
Jack Huston
King Charles II
William Beck
Richard Smith
Oliver Jackson-Cohen
James, Duke of York
Charles Dance
Lord Denton
Daniel Mays
Samuel Pepys
Perdita Weeks
Elizabeth Pepys
Amy McAllister
Ruth
Uriel Emil Pollack
Signor Romero
Ben Crompton
Mr Bagwell
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Butterworth, Tom Bradby
Dan Jones, Elizabeth Purnell
Kieran McGuigan
Gina Cronk, Lucy Bedford, Douglas Rae
Department Leadership Roster
Gina Cronk
Producer
Dan Jones
Original Music Composer
Elizabeth Purnell
Original Music Composer
Kieran McGuigan
Director of Photography
Dominic Hyman
Production Design
Sheena Napier
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is The Great Fire about?
In 1666, against the decadent backdrop of King Charles II’s court and centering on the circumstances that lead to the catastrophic fire, Thomas Farriner deals with family at the bakery in Pudding Lane, the playboy King’s extravagant lifestyle, and Farriner’s complex relationship with his fictional sister-in-law, Sarah.
How many seasons does The Great Fire have?
The Great Fire comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Great Fire?
Key cast members in The Great Fire include Andrew Buchan, Trixiebell Harrowell, Polly Dartford, Joey Price, Rose Leslie.
Who created or directed The Great Fire?
The Great Fire was developed and directed by Tom Butterworth, Tom Bradby.