The Owl Service
“The strangest children’s TV show ever made!”
Series Overview
Three teenagers discover a mysterious set of owl and flower-patterned dinner plates in the attic and the magical ancient legend of the "Mabinogion" comes to life once again in their Welsh valley.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
25 min per episode
1969 – 1970
Premiered: Sun, Dec 21, 1969
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “Episode 8”
Gwyn now knows who killed Bertram. Huw tells Gwyn that he is really his father, and that years before he and Bertram were in love with Nancy. Roger is determined he will break into the locked outhouse where he believes the mystery will finally be solved.
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The Owl Service with Gillian Hills | TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-13
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Plummer
Alan Garner
Peter Plummer
Don Kelly
Peter Plummer
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Garner
Writer
Peter Plummer
Director
Peter Plummer
Original Music Composer
Peter Caldwell
Production Design
Don Kelly
Editor
Peter Plummer
Producer
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What is The Owl Service about?
Three teenagers discover a mysterious set of owl and flower-patterned dinner plates in the attic and the magical ancient legend of the "Mabinogion" comes to life once again in their Welsh valley.
How many seasons does The Owl Service have?
The Owl Service comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Owl Service?
Key cast members in The Owl Service include Edwin Richfield, Raymond Llewellyn, Gillian Hills, Michael Holden, Francis Wallis.
Who created or directed The Owl Service?
The Owl Service was developed and directed by Peter Plummer.