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South Riding

2011Show1 season3 episodesTV-14

Drama
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Metacritic627.0Rotten Tomatoes50%–

A romantic, nostalgic drama series about history and politics, with standout performances and world-building.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Episodes

1 season · 3 episodes · best: S1E3 "Episode #1.3" 7.5

Episodes

7.3

Story

The lives and loves of a 1930s Yorkshire town explored in a passionate tale of politics in small places. South Riding charts the story of Sarah Burton's homecoming to Yorkshire in 1934 after twenty years teaching in London and the Empire. After a fiery interview with a conservative interview panel, outspoken Sarah takes up her first headmistress-ship at Kiplington High School for Girls, determined to demonstrate to her new pupils that the future is theirs for the taking.

Feels like

  • British Period Drama
  • 1930s Social Commentary
  • Strong Female Protagonist
  • Small-Town Politics
  • Romantic Drama
  • Character-Driven
  • Educational Reform
  • Historical Authenticity
  • Class & Gender Issues
  • Slow-Burn Narrative

Cast

13 of 13 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Diarmuid Lawrence
Written by
Andrew Davies, Winifred Holtby
Produced by
Lisa Osborne
Music by
Rob Lane

Everyone

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Facts

February 20, 2011 · March 6, 2011 · Ended

First aired
February 20, 2011
Last aired
March 6, 2011
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 3 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
4 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream South Riding?"

Questions about South Riding

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream South Riding?

In the United States, you can rent or buy South Riding from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is South Riding worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 50%, and Metacritic 62). Audiences rate it higher (71 out of 100) than critics (56).

Is South Riding okay for kids?

TV-14

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-14 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch South Riding?

3 h

About 3 hours: 3 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2011 to 2011.

Is South Riding good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is South Riding plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.