Overview
Following on from the hugely popular Out of Town, Old Country saw Jack Hargreaves continue his exploration of rural life in Thomas Hardy country – reflecting on its character, traditions, history and folklore, and the skills that had passed from generation to generation.
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Specials
1 Episodes • 1987
Archive Coast to Coast interview with Jack Hargreaves from 1987
Season 1
20 Episodes • 1983
Following on from the hugely popular Out of Town, Old Country saw Jack Hargreaves continue his exploration of rural life in Thomas Hardy country - reflecting on its character, traditions, history and folklore, and the skills that had passed on from generation to generation.
Season 2
20 Episodes • 1984
With his extensive experience, knowledge and love of the countryside, Jack Hargreaves' easy going presentation style enthralled both rural and urban viewers alike, making this series for television.
Season 3
20 Episodes • 1985
Unseen since its Channel 4 broadcast in the 1980's, Old Country contained all new material and the only time that Jack Hargreaves' work received a countrywide network screening.
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@sarahwatches
Old Country
Just finished the finale! What an incredible adaptation of one of my favorite books. The attention to historical detail is amazing.
@mikefilmcritic
Old Country
The character development in this show is unmatched. Every episode leaves me wanting more.
Show Info
First Air Date
1/9/1983
Last Air Date
1/16/1983
Seasons
3
Episodes
60
Network
Channel 4
Status
Returning Series
Crew
Creator
Jack HargreavesDirector
Stephen WadeWhere to watch
Streaming information not available at this time.