The Spoils of War poster

The Spoils of War (1980)

TV Series ★ 5.0 60 min

Drama War & Politics

In the aftermath of the Second World War, the Haywards are staunch labour supporters, the Warringtons own a soon to be nationalised coal mine. A riveting story exploring the differing effects of the Labour election victory on working class and upper class life, as well as the disruptive effect of war on the love lives of the younger members of the families.

John Finch Creator

▶ Play

Episodes

Quick facts

Released
January 27, 1980
Runtime
60 min
IMDb
tt0373622
Language

Themes

Cast

William Lucas William Lucas George Hayward Alan Hunter Blake Hayward Ian Hastings Keir Hayward Catherine Schell Catherine Schell Paula Brandt Jane How Rosalynde Warrington Colette O'Neil Colette O'Neil Beth Warrington Malcolm Tierney Malcolm Tierney Richard Warrington Anita Carey Anita Carey Martha Blaze

More Like This

More like The Spoils of War ›
Foyle's War 2002 ★ 7.9
The Liberator 2020 ★ 7.1
Apocalypse: The Second World War 2009 ★ 8.4
The Aftermath 2019 ★ 6.4
Dad's Army 1968 ★ 7.5
World on Fire 2019 ★ 7.5
Summerland 2020 ★ 7.5
Darkest Hour 2017 ★ 7.4
Midway 2019 ★ 7.1
Australia 2008 ★ 6.6
Das Boot 2018 ★ 7.0
Jaguar 2021 ★ 7.1

Also Worth Watching

North and South 1985
Pearson 2019
Combat! 1962
12 O'Clock High 1964
Offspring 2010
Parenthood 2010
Tyler Perry's The Oval 2019
Army Wives 2007
Land Girls 2009
Bomb Girls 2012
Joan 2024
Silk 2011
War of the Worlds 1988
Our Girl 2014
Under the Dome 2013
Shōgun 1980
Marvel's Agent Carter 2015

Frequently asked questions

What is The Spoils of War about?
In the aftermath of the Second World War, the Haywards are staunch labour supporters, the Warringtons own a soon to be nationalised coal mine. A riveting story exploring the differing effects of the Labour election victory on working class and upper class life, as well as the disruptive effect of war on the love lives of the younger members of the families.
Who created The Spoils of War?
The Spoils of War was created by John Finch.
Who stars in The Spoils of War?
The Spoils of War stars William Lucas, Alan Hunter, Ian Hastings, Catherine Schell.
When was The Spoils of War released?
The Spoils of War is a 1980 drama, war & politics series.
Where can I watch The Spoils of War?
You can watch The Spoils of War with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.