Male of the Species
“In three plays by ALUN OWEN”
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Never trust a man whoever he is. This is the bitter lesson learned by Mary MacNeil in her relationships with three different men: her father, a mendacious womaniser; a smooth-talking office flirt, Cornelius; and an ageing barrister, Emlyn, who is enchanted by Mary's youthful vitality and charm. Only one of these men will win her heart in the end... Featuring rare television performances from Sean Connery, Michael Caine and Paul Scofield, this trilogy of plays forms a dramatic and controversial study in male behaviour. Differs slightly from the omnibus version that aired 3 Jan 1969 on NBC (US).
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MacNeil
Carpenter and widower MacNeil takes a blunt approach in making advances to lady executive Miss Saville who works in the same firm as himself. His belief in his instincts regarding women is contradicted by his daughter Mary, who knows him better than he thinks.
Cornelius
Mary must deal with the smooth charm of playboy Cornelius, who becomes besotted with her.
Emlyn
Mary MacNeil drifts into a complex relationship with a Welsh barrister.
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Stream Male of the Species online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about drama series originally produced in English and released in 1969, it's earned a solid 4.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Male of the Species
“In three plays by ALUN OWEN”
Never trust a man whoever he is. This is the bitter lesson learned by Mary MacNeil in her relationships with three different men: her father, a mendacious womaniser; a smooth-talking office flirt, Cornelius; and an ageing barrister, Emlyn, who is enchanted by Mary's youthful vitality and charm. Only one of these men will win her heart in the end... Featuring rare television performances from Sean Connery, Michael Caine and Paul Scofield, this trilogy of plays forms a dramatic and controversial study in male behaviour. Differs slightly from the omnibus version that aired 3 Jan 1969 on NBC (US). Across 1 season and 3 episodes, originally airing on ITV1.
Male of the Species Cast and Characters
The cast features Laurence Olivier (as Self - Presenter) and Anna Calder-Marshall (as Mary MacNeil). Their performances are a major reason Male of the Species has built such a passionate audience.
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Male of the Species 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 Male of the Species
Where can I watch Male of the Species online for free?
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How many episodes does Male of the Species have?
Male of the Species has 3 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Male of the Species good? What's the rating?
Male of the Species holds a 4.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Male of the Species?
The main cast includes Laurence Olivier and Anna Calder-Marshall.
Is Male of the Species available in English?
Yes — Male of the Species was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Male of the Species released?
Male of the Species first aired in 1969.
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You can watch Male of the Species online for free on Bowood.TV. All 3 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Male of the Species have?
Male of the Species currently has 1 season and a total of 3 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 Male of the Species about?
Never trust a man whoever he is. This is the bitter lesson learned by Mary MacNeil in her relationships with three different men: her father, a mendacious womaniser; a smooth-talking office flirt, Cornelius; and an ageing barrister, Emlyn, who is enchanted by Mary's youthful vitality and charm. Only one of these men… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is Male of the Species originally available?
Male of the Species 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 Male of the Species first released?
Male of the Species first premiered on February 1, 1969 (1969). The series has since concluded its run.
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