The Spoils of War

Overview

In the aftermath of the Second World War, the Haywards are staunch labour supporters, the Warringtons own a soon to be nationalised coal mine. A riveting story exploring the differing effects of the Labour election victory on working class and upper class life, as well as the disruptive effect of war on the love lives of the younger members of the families.

Created by John Finch

Network

• ITV1

Seasons & Episodes

Cast

• 

  William Lucas

  George Hayward

  20 eps

• Alan Hunter

  Blake Hayward

  20 eps

• James Bate

  Mark Warrington

  19 eps

• Emily Moore

  Peg Warrington / Peg Hayward

  19 eps

• Ian Hastings

Themes

• world war ii
• period drama
• post-war england
• 1940s

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