Home Fires (2015)
The story of a group of inspirational women in a rural Cheshire community with the shadow of World War II casting a dark cloud over their lives. As the conflict takes hold and separates the women from their husbands, fathers, sons and brothers, the characters find themselves under increasing and extraordinary pressures in a rapidly fragmenting world. By banding together as the Great Paxford Women’s Institute, they help maintain the nation’s fabric in its darkest hour, and discover inner resources that will change their lives forever.
Cast & Crew
- Director
- John Hayes
Frances Barden Samantha Bond
Sarah Collingborne Ruth Gemmell
Pat Simms Claire Rushbrook
Alison Scotlock Fenella Woolgar
Steph Farrow Clare Calbraith
Claire Hillman Daisy Badger
Teresa Fenchurch Leanne Best
Laura Campbell Leila Mimmack
Videos
Series 2
2016
6 episodes
Season 2 of Home Fires premiered on April 3, 2016
As the Second World War continues, the residents of Great Paxford face their own personal challenges and conflicts as reputations are tarnished, loved ones lost, and shocking secrets are discovered. However it’s through these challenges that the women in the town unite and overcome their darkest hours.
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Keywords
- world war ii
- period drama