When we watched this series originally, we were not spoiled for choice but what quality we had and here was a weekly gem !
The issues were real, the characters believable and the acting superb.
James Bolam never did anything better but the supporting cast also added quality and believability to what was and now certainly is a historical epic.
Has anything surpassed it or even tried to emulate it. 'Our Friends from the North' was good but nowhere near comparable for me in believability.
Which of today's series will match 'When the Boat Comes In'. One can enjoy 'Happy Valley' but will it be a watchable in 2070?
The issues were real, the characters believable and the acting superb.
James Bolam never did anything better but the supporting cast also added quality and believability to what was and now certainly is a historical epic.
Has anything surpassed it or even tried to emulate it. 'Our Friends from the North' was good but nowhere near comparable for me in believability.
Which of today's series will match 'When the Boat Comes In'. One can enjoy 'Happy Valley' but will it be a watchable in 2070?