Troubles
Series Overview
In 1919, Major Brendan Archer arrives in Ireland to reunite with his fiancée, Angela Spencer. Unfortunately, the family home, The Majestic Hotel, is a decaying shadow of its former self, as is Angela. Puzzled by the changes, Archer's attentions are soon drawn to her lively friend, Sarah Devlin, a passionate Irish Nationalist. They fall in love, but the Major soon discovers some disturbing aspects about their relationship, which threatens to explode into violence, destruction, and murder.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 2 Episodes
212 min per episode
1988 – 1988
Premiered: Sun, May 1, 1988
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Episode 2”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Ian Charleson
Major Brendan Archer
Ian Richardson
Edward Spencer
Emer Gillespie
Sarah Devlin
Sean Bean
Captain Bolton
Susannah Harker
Angela Spencer
Jane Quarmby
Charity Spencer
Sarah Quarmby
Faith Spencer
Breffni McKenna
Ripon Spencer
James Ellis
Murphy
Jonathan Scott-Taylor
Berry
Jerome Flynn
Matthews
Stella McCusker
Mrs O'Neill
Denys Hawthorne
Boy O'Neill
Dervla Kirwan
Viola 'Neill
Eamon Kelly
Dr Ryan
Fabia Drake
Mrs. Rappaport
Cathleen Delany
Miss Rice
Lollie May
Miss Baggley
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christopher Morahan
J. G. Farrell, Charles Sturridge
Stephen Oliver
Gabriel Beristain
Oliver Fallen
Barry Blackmore, Nick Elliott, James Mitchell, Michael Colgan
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Sturridge
Writer
Christopher Morahan
Director
Barry Blackmore
Producer
Stephen Oliver
Original Music Composer
Gabriel Beristain
Director of Photography
Oliver Fallen
Editor
John Lucas
Production Design
Consolata Boyle
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Troubles
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What is Troubles about?
In 1919, Major Brendan Archer arrives in Ireland to reunite with his fiancée, Angela Spencer. Unfortunately, the family home, The Majestic Hotel, is a decaying shadow of its former self, as is Angela. Puzzled by the changes, Archer's attentions are soon drawn to her lively friend, Sarah Devlin, a passionate Irish Nationalist. They fall in love, but the Major soon discovers some disturbing aspects about their relationship, which threatens to explode into violence, destruction, and murder.
How many seasons does Troubles have?
Troubles comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Troubles?
Key cast members in Troubles include Ian Charleson, Ian Richardson, Emer Gillespie, Sean Bean, Susannah Harker.
Who created or directed Troubles?
Troubles was developed and directed by Christopher Morahan.