The Owl Service
“The strangest children’s TV show ever made!”
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Three teenagers discover a mysterious set of owl and flower-patterned dinner plates in the attic and the magical ancient legend of the "Mabinogion" comes to life once again in their Welsh valley.
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Series 1
Episode 1
Alison and Roger are step-brother and sister - their parents have recently married and they are on a family holiday in Wales. Nancy, her son Gwyn and Huw Halfbacon, the gardener, are keeping house for them. One evening Alison hears a curious scratching coming from the loft; Gwyn investigates and finds an old dinner service - with which Alison becomes increasingly obsessed.
Episode 2
At night Roger hears noises coming from Alison's bedroom and investigates. Moaning in her sleep, Alison suddenly reaches out and scratches Roger's face. Something is going on and nobody knows quite what it is. One thing is certain: it isn't just their imagination.
Episode 3
Gwyn and Alison read The Mabinogion and Gwyn explains the ancient legend of Blodeuwedd and the Stone of Gronw; Blodeuwedd was created out of flowers as a wife for the hero, Lleu, but was turned into an owl after she had been unfaithful with a man called Gronw. Huw thinks there might be a connection between the plates and the legend.
Episode 4
Alison has hidden the plates but Gwyn follows her to her 'special little house' in the garden and discovers the hiding place. She tells Gwyn she cannot stop making paper owls - Huw believes the power of the valley is now possessing Alison, Roger and Gwyn.
Episode 5
Roger thinks he might have photographed a ghost from an old legend connected with the house. Nancy is bitter about the injustices that prevented her from marrying Bertram, a former owner of the house. Huw feels that Gwyn, Alison and Roger may be re-enacting the tragedy of the old legend and that all three are becoming possessed.
Episode 6
Alison and Gwyn discover that just before Bertram was killed, he gave Nancy the dinner service they found in the loft. Alison and Gwyn have arranged to meet secretly in the stables, but Roger attempts to persuade Clive to cut the holiday short. Alison hears strange noises coming from a locked outhouse.
Episode 7
Gwyn thinks the mysterious Huw knows much more about the accident than he admits. When Clive asks Nancy about the key to the locked outhouse, she turns on him and says she is leaving. Panic-stricken, Gwyn storms blindly through the house, stealing food, clothes and money, determined to lave the valley behind him for good.
Episode 8
Gwyn now knows who killed Bertram. Huw tells Gwyn that he is really his father, and that years before he and Bertram were in love with Nancy. Roger is determined he will break into the locked outhouse where he believes the mystery will finally be solved.
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Stream The Owl Service online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated sci-fi & fantasy series originally produced in English and released in 1969, it's earned a solid 7.8/10 from 4 viewers worldwide.
About The Owl Service
“The strangest children’s TV show ever made!”
Three teenagers discover a mysterious set of owl and flower-patterned dinner plates in the attic and the magical ancient legend of the "Mabinogion" comes to life once again in their Welsh valley. Across 1 season and 8 episodes, originally airing on ITV Granada.
The Owl Service Cast and Characters
The cast features Edwin Richfield (as Clive Bradley), Raymond Llewellyn (as Huw), Gillian Hills (as Alison Bradley), Michael Holden (as Gwyn), and Francis Wallis (as Roger Bradley). Their performances are a major reason The Owl Service has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason The Owl Service keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. 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 Owl Service
Where can I watch The Owl Service online for free?
You can watch The Owl Service 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 Owl Service have?
The Owl Service has 8 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Owl Service good? What's the rating?
The Owl Service holds a 7.8/10 rating based on 4 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Owl Service?
The main cast includes Edwin Richfield, Raymond Llewellyn, Gillian Hills, and Michael Holden, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Owl Service available in English?
Yes — The Owl Service was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Owl Service released?
The Owl Service first aired in 1969.
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Where can I watch The Owl Service for free?
You can watch The Owl Service online for free on Bowood.TV. All 8 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 The Owl Service have?
The Owl Service currently has 1 season and a total of 8 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 Owl Service about?
Three teenagers discover a mysterious set of owl and flower-patterned dinner plates in the attic and the magical ancient legend of the "Mabinogion" comes to life once again in their Welsh valley. It belongs to the Sci-Fi & Fantasy genre.
In which language is The Owl Service originally available?
The Owl Service 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 Owl Service first released?
The Owl Service first premiered on December 21, 1969 (1969). The series has since concluded its run.
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