Home Fires
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About
The story of a group of inspirational women in a rural Cheshire community with the shadow of World War II casting a dark cloud over their lives. As the conflict takes hold and separates the women from their husbands, fathers, sons and brothers, the characters find themselves under increasing and extraordinary pressures in a rapidly fragmenting world. By banding together as the Great Paxford Women’s Institute, they help maintain the nation’s fabric in its darkest hour, and discover inner resources that will change their lives forever.
Cast
Samantha Bond
as Frances Barden
Ruth Gemmell
as Sarah Collingborne
Claire Rushbrook
as Pat Simms
Fenella Woolgar
as Alison Scotlock
Clare Calbraith
as Steph Farrow
Daisy Badger
as Claire Hillman
Leanne Best
as Teresa Fenchurch
Leila Mimmack
as Laura Campbell
Claire Price
as Miriam Brindsley
Frances Grey
as Erica Campbell
Mark Bazeley
as Bob Simms
Ed Stoppard
as Will Campbell
Daniel Ryan
as Bryn Brindsley
Francesca Annis
as Joyce Cameron
Will Attenborough
as David Brindsley
Rachel Hurd-Wood
as Kate Campbell
Mark Bonnar
as Adam Collingborne
Nigel Boyle
as DS Reynolds
Seasons
Series 1
Series 2
As the Second World War continues, the residents of Great Paxford face their own personal challenges and conflicts as reputations are tarnished, loved ones lost, and shocking secrets are discovered. However it’s through these challenges that the women in the town unite and overcome their darkest hours.
Episodes
Series 1
Episode 1
In the face of impending war with Germany, the Great Paxford WI faces a difficult decision. When president Joyce Cameron resigns and takes most of the membership with her, Frances Barden and her supporters must come together to resurrect the Institute, and recruit new members from unexpected places. Meanwhile, local doctor Will Campbell discovers the terrible reason why he can’t rejoin the army, and Miriam Brindsley will do anything to stop her son from enlisting. Claire Hillman is attracted to young postman Spencer Wilson, but she discovers that the path of true love never did run smooth.
Episode 2
As Frances and Joyce battle for leadership of the new group, the others face problems of a much more personal nature. Erica and Will's relationship is tested after his cancer diagnosis, Pat is struggling with her unhappy marriage and Miriam has one last chance to stop David enlisting. Newcomer Teresa Fenchurch gets off to a bad start, but her mishap brings a dashing RAF officer to the village. Francesca Annis and Samantha Bond star, with Frances Grey, Ed Stoppard, Claire Rushbrook and Leanne Best.
Episode 3
The impact of the war begins to be felt in Great Paxford as the women are forced to make sacrifices for the salvage effort. But soon matters on the personal front replace their efforts on the home front as Kate and Jack's relationship intensifies, Pat's marriage deteriorates and Claire finally plucks up the courage to ask Spencer out - unaware he is hiding a secret that could ruin their relationship before it has even started. Meanwhile, Alison resorts to desperate measures to pay a bill, and soon realises her actions will cost her much more.
Episode 4
Miriam fears the consequences of David learning the truth, while Steph hides a secret that threatens the farm's future. Teresa's past comes back to haunt her in the shape of an unexpected visitor who could ruin her new life. Kate and Jack make plans for the future, and Laura's jealousy complicates her relationship with Richard. Erica struggles to save Bob and Pat's marriage, and Claire is caught in the crossfire between Frances and Joyce as plans get under way to build a new air raid shelter for the village.
Episode 5
Frances takes in an evacuee from Liverpool, who is not what she expected. Erica is forced to face the consequences of her actions, while Miriam writes letters to soldiers on the front line that cause more harm than good. Laura and Richard's secret affair is jeopardised when someone sees them together, Teresa receives devastating news, and Claire must decide whether or not to stand by Spencer.
Episode 6
As the war in Europe draws closer to home and the nation faces its darkest hour, the members of the WI find they have their own battles to fight. Alison looks for a way out of her desperate situation, and Frances tries to help Pat while she still can. Miriam keeps an important piece of news from Bryn, and Richard and Laura realise it may not be possible to keep their affair a secret any longer.
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Stream Home Fires online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed drama and comedy series originally produced in English and released in 2015, it's earned a solid 8.3/10 from 27 viewers worldwide.
About Home Fires
The story of a group of inspirational women in a rural Cheshire community with the shadow of World War II casting a dark cloud over their lives. As the conflict takes hold and separates the women from their husbands, fathers, sons and brothers, the characters find themselves under increasing and extraordinary pressures in a rapidly fragmenting world. By banding together as the Great Paxford Women’s Institute, they help maintain the nation’s fabric in its darkest hour, and discover inner resources that will change their lives forever. Across 2 seasons and 12 episodes, originally airing on ITV1, with status "Canceled".
Home Fires Cast and Characters
The cast features Samantha Bond (as Frances Barden), Ruth Gemmell (as Sarah Collingborne), Claire Rushbrook (as Pat Simms), Fenella Woolgar (as Alison Scotlock), and Clare Calbraith (as Steph Farrow). Their performances are a major reason Home Fires has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Home Fires NowWhy People Are Watching Home Fires
There's a reason Home Fires keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. 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 Home Fires
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How many episodes does Home Fires have?
Home Fires has 12 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Home Fires good? What's the rating?
Home Fires holds a 8.3/10 rating based on 27 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Home Fires?
The main cast includes Samantha Bond, Ruth Gemmell, Claire Rushbrook, and Fenella Woolgar, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Home Fires available in English?
Yes — Home Fires was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Home Fires released?
Home Fires first aired in 2015.
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Where can I watch Home Fires for free?
You can watch Home Fires online for free on Bowood.TV. All 12 episodes across 2 seasons 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 Home Fires have?
Home Fires currently has 2 seasons and a total of 12 episodes. The series status is "Canceled", 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 Home Fires about?
The story of a group of inspirational women in a rural Cheshire community with the shadow of World War II casting a dark cloud over their lives. As the conflict takes hold and separates the women from their husbands, fathers, sons and brothers, the characters find themselves under increasing and extraordinary pressu… It belongs to the Drama, Comedy genres.
In which language is Home Fires originally available?
Home Fires 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 Home Fires first released?
Home Fires first premiered on May 3, 2015 (2015).
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