The Village
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About
The Village is a BBC television drama created and written by Peter Moffat. Consisting of two six-episode series—the project intended as a 42-hour televised epic—the first series covers 1914 to 1920; the second continued the story into the 1920s. However, it was not commissioned for a third series. An epic drama charting the turbulent times experienced by one English village throughout the 20th century; births, deaths, political events and rebellions are among the events that occur during the time. Bert Middleton lives across the entire 100-year period, and his story from boyhood to old age forms the crux of the story, seen via flashbacks as Bert is interviewed in the present day by a documentarian working on a project about the second eldest man in the United Kingdom and his village.
Cast
David Ryall
as Old Bert Middleton
Tom Varey
as Bert Middleton
Maxine Peake
as Grace Middleton
John Simm
as John Middleton
Charlie Murphy
as Martha Allingham
Emily Beecham
as Caro Allingham
Rupert Evans
as Edmund Allingham
Augustus Prew
as George Allingham
Juliet Stevenson
as Clem Allingham
Annabelle Apsion
as Margaret Boden
Anthony Flanagan
as Arnold Hankin
Ainsley Howard
as Norma Hankin
Joe Armstrong
as Bairstow
Scott Handy
as Robin Lane
Matt Stokoe
as Gerald Eyre
Phoebe Dynevor
as Phoebe Rundle
Derek Riddell
as Bill Gibby
Andrew Gower
as Gilbert Hankin
Episodes
Series 1
Episode 1
Bert is the second oldest man in Britain, and a film is being made about his life and his village. He takes us back to the summer of 1914, when he was 12 years old.
Episode 2
It is January 1915; the Middleton farm has fallen on very hard times, and John is drinking heavily. A strange incident then takes place at the manor house.
Episode 3
Conscription is introduced for the first time in British history. Call up papers are delivered throughout the village, and soldiers requisition Big Molly.
Episode 4
Bert decides that winning the Rondo, an annual wheel barrow race on the cricket field, is a matter of life or death: if he wins, then Joe will be kept safe.
Episode 5
Joe's brief leave is over. He has tried hard to conceal his shell shock but Grace knows that something is wrong. Bert's actions have disastrous consequences for the family.
Episode 6
The war is over, and the village tries to come to terms with its loss. The debate over how best to honour their dead divides the community.
Where does The Village rank today?
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About The Village
The Village is a BBC television drama created and written by Peter Moffat. Consisting of two six-episode series—the project intended as a 42-hour televised epic—the first series covers 1914 to 1920; the second continued the story into the 1920s. However, it was not commissioned for a third series. An epic drama charting the turbulent times experienced by one English village throughout the 20th century; births, deaths, political events and rebellions are among the events that occur during the time. Bert Middleton lives across the entire 100-year period, and his story from boyhood to old age forms the crux of the story, seen via flashbacks as Bert is interviewed in the present day by a documentarian working on a project about the second eldest man in the United Kingdom and his village. Across 2 seasons and 12 episodes, originally airing on BBC One.
The Village Cast and Characters
The cast features David Ryall (as Old Bert Middleton), Tom Varey (as Bert Middleton), Maxine Peake (as Grace Middleton), John Simm (as John Middleton), and Charlie Murphy (as Martha Allingham). Their performances are a major reason The Village has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Village NowWhy People Are Watching The Village
The Village flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Village
Where can I watch The Village online for free?
You can watch The Village online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does The Village have?
The Village has 12 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Village good? What's the rating?
The Village holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 19 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Village?
The main cast includes David Ryall, Tom Varey, Maxine Peake, and John Simm, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Village available in English?
Yes — The Village was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Village released?
The Village first aired in 2013.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Village for free?
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How many seasons and episodes does The Village have?
The Village currently has 2 seasons and a total of 12 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Village about?
The Village is a BBC television drama created and written by Peter Moffat. Consisting of two six-episode series—the project intended as a 42-hour televised epic—the first series covers 1914 to 1920; the second continued the story into the 1920s. However, it was not commissioned for a third series. An epic drama char… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is The Village originally available?
The Village was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Village first released?
The Village first premiered on March 31, 2013 (2013). The series has since concluded its run.
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