London's Burning

Name: London's Burning
Genre: Drama
Cast: Glen Murphy, Richard Walsh, Ben Onwukwe, Heather Peace, Katharine Rogers

1986·Show

·171Episodes in14Seasons·

7.1

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High energy, strong craft.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Tension8
Adrenaline7
Fast Pace6

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

Pathos7
Family Dynamics7
Hopefulness6

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Situational Comedy5
Wit & Wordplay5
Physical Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality8
Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

Acting8
Character Depth8
Direction7

Style

Standout sound design

Sound Centrality8
Cinematography7
Editing7

Energy

High

Tense and thrilling

London's Burning is tense and thrilling.

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All energy traits

Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

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Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Medium

Moving

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.

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All heart traits

Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.

Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.

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Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Medium

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some situational comedy and sharp wit.

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All humor traits

Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.

Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

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Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around everyday modern life and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.

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Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.

Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

High

Standout performances and characters

The performances and characters stand out.

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All craft traits

Acting8Performance craft and presence.
Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

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Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

High

Standout sound design

Look and sound: the sound design stand out.

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All style traits

Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.

Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Who it's for

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About

London's Burning is a British television drama programme produced by London Weekend Television for the ITV network that focused on the lives of members of the London Fire Brigade, principally those of the Blue Watch at a fictional fire station called Blackwall.

British Workplace DramaFirefighter HeroismEnsemble Character StudyEveryday RealismHigh Stakes & TensionEmotional & GrittyCommunity & CamaraderieClassic TV SeriesUrban Life

Actors

Glen Murphy

George Green

Richard Walsh

Bert 'Sicknote' Quigley

Ben Onwukwe

Stuart 'Recall' MacKenzie

Heather Peace

Sally 'Gracie' Fields

Katharine Rogers

Josie Ingham

Sam Callis

Adam Benjamin

Jane Hazlegrove

Yvonne

Brad Gorton

Dan Barratt

Michael Garner

Geoffrey 'Poison' Pearce

Andrew Kazamia

Nick 'Zorba' Georgiadis

James Hazeldine

Mike 'Bayleaf' Wilson

Gerard Horan

Lesley 'Charisma' Appleby

Sean Blowers

John Hallam

Thomas Brodie-Sangster

George Costigan

Eric Deacon

Robert Daws

Carol Harrison

John Forgeham

Neil Dudgeon

Ross Kemp

Tony Caunter

Douglas Hodge

Noel Dyson

Jonny Coyne

DHSS Manager (as Jonathan Coyne)

James Bourne

Paul

Philip Anthony

Ralph

Jodie Scott

Chloe

Glen Berry

Steve

Dorothy Atkinson

Zoe Parrish

Mark Chapman

Fireman (uncredited), Brigade Officer (uncredited), Martin (uncredited), Liason Officer (uncredited), Fireman (uncredited), Station Officer King (uncredited)

Elizabeth Heery

Helen

Joanne Ridley

Jacqui

Charlie Brooks

Mandy

Crew

Directed by:

James Hazeldine, Keith Washington, Alan Wareing

Written by:

Colin Wyatt

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream London's Burning legally?

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Is London's Burning worth watching?

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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is London's Burning rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does London's Burning have?

14 seasons

It has 14 seasons with 171 episodes.

When did London's Burning air?

S1 S5 S10

It ran from 1986 to 2002 and has ended.

What language is London's Burning in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch London's Burning?

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for London's Burning in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does London's Burning use?

Straight GayHenpecked HusbandProfessional Butt-KisserNovelizationDeath GlareEyebrows Burned OffChronically Crashed CarBig Disaster PlotMan on FireHostage SituationReal Life Writes the PlotJerk with a Heart of Goldand 124 more

TV Tropes lists 136 storytelling tropes for London's Burning, including Straight Gay, Henpecked Husband, Professional Butt-Kisser.

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What tropes does London's Burning use?

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Tension

Contemporary Realism

Pathos

Family Dynamics

Adrenaline

Character Depth

World Immersion

Sound Centrality