A Family at War

1970·Show
65Episodes in4Seasons
IMDb7.8
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A Family at War fingerprint

Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle4
  • Violence4

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, family, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

A Family at War is a British drama series created by John Finch and produced by Granada Television for ITV. It broadcast from 14 April 1970 to 16 February 1972. 52 episodes were made, all but eight in colour. Episodes numbers 25 to 32 were recorded in black and white because of the ITV Colour Strike (November 1970 — February 1971). The Ashton family struggles to deal with the harsh realities of the Second World War as their sons are sent away to fight. Those who remain at home in Liverpool live in constant fear of a knock on the door with a telegram from the War Office or the Luftwaffe bombs overhead as they sleep at night.
Wartime DramaFamily SagaHistorical RealismSocial Impact of WarEmotional JourneyCharacter-DrivenBritish TelevisionSlow Burn NarrativePoignant

Crew

Directed by:
Baz Taylor, Bob Hird, Les Chatfield
Written by:
John Foster
Produced by:
Michael Cox

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about A Family at War

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Is A Family at War worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A Family at War rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does A Family at War have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 65 episodes.

When did A Family at War air?

It ran from 1970 to 1972 and has ended.

What language is A Family at War in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch A Family at War?

2CAUS

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