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Sinister Street

1969Show1 season6 episodes

Drama
80
GreatGoodWatch score
80
GreatGoodWatch score

Summary

Sinister Street is a 1969 British television miniseries based on Compton Mackenzie's 1913-14 novel of the same name. Dramatised by Ray Lawler, the six-part serial stars Brett Usher, Gillian Hawser, Kate Lansbury, and Jo Kendall.

Good for

  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults
  • Partner watch

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for scares, adrenaline or brutality.

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Cast

17 of 17 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Rex Tucker
Written by
Ray Lawler, Compton MacKenzie
Produced by
David Conroy

Everyone

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Facts

May 10, 1969 · June 14, 1969 · Ended

First aired
May 10, 1969
Last aired
June 14, 1969
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Keywords
based on novel or book

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Sinister Street worth watching?"

Questions about Sinister Street

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Sinister Street worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80.

How long does it take to watch Sinister Street?

5 h

About 5 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 45 minutes each, aired from 1969 to 1969.

Is Sinister Street plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Sinister Street good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.