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Season 19 – Masterpiece Theatre

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"Masterpiece Theatre" presents adaptations of classic literature and the work of contemporary writers as acted out by prestigious thespians. Among the stories that have been featured in the series' run are "I, Claudius," "Henry VIII" and "The Forsyte Saga."
Masterpiece Theatre — Season 19

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Episode 1 Aired Oct 15, 1989 And a Nightengale Sang Follow Helen Stott and members of her family as they cope on the home front during the war. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 22, 1989 Precious Bane Harelipped Prue Sarn (Janet McTeer) dreams of romance with an attentive weaver (John Bowe). Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 29, 1989 Precious Bane Kester (John Bowe) returns to find Prue (Janet McTeer) accused of witchcraft. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 5, 1989 Glory Enough for All Rivalry develops between Dr. MacLeod (John Woodvine) and Dr. Banting (R.H. Thomson) as each works to develop a cure for diabetes. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 12, 1989 Glory Enough for All Uncertainty about who deserves credit for treating diabetes clouds the celebratory mood. With R.H. Thomson, John Woodvine, Robert Wisden, Michael Zelniker. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 19, 1989 A Tale of Two Cities Dr. Manette (Jean-Pierre Aumont) is released from prison; Darnay (Xavier DeLuc) is charged with treason. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 26, 1989 A Tale of Two Cities Darnay (Xavier DeLuc) and Lucie (Serena Gordon) wed; Carton (James Wilby) pledges devotion to Lucie. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 3, 1989 A Tale of Two Cities Dr. Manette (Jean-Pierre Aumont) pleads for imprisoned Darnay's (Xavier DeLuc) life. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 10, 1989 A Tale of Two Cities Sydney Carton (James Wilby) reveals the depths of his loyalty to Lucie (Serena Gordon). Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 17, 1989 The Yellow Wallpaper A depressed Victorian (Julia Watson) confined to a room by her physician husband (Stephen Dillon) becomes obsessed with a wallpaper pattern and the feeling of being watched. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 7, 1990 After the War: Friends & Enemies A British schoolboy (Nicholas Dastor) looks after a German refugee (Nicholas Fletcher). Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 14, 1990 After the War: Fathers & Sons Samuel Jordan (Anton Rodgers) meets Joe Hirsch's father while investigating a German banker. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 21, 1990 After the War: French & English Michael (Adrian Lukis) sees Joe (Robert Reynolds) again after 10 years. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 28, 1990 After the War: Rise & Fall Michael (Adrian Lukis) learns of a political plot and has his first play produced. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 4, 1990 After the War: Partners Michael (Adrian Lukis) collaborates on a musical and makes a documentary; Rachel (Clare Higgins) weds; Sally Raglan (Claire Goodall) invites Michael to a party attended by film moguls. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 11, 1990 After the War: Love & Kisses Michael (Adrian Lukis) risks his relationship with Annie (Serena Gordon) to further his career. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 18, 1990 After the War: Winds of Change Rachel (Clare Higgins) and her family are caught in a West African rebellion. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 25, 1990 After the War: In the Sixties Annie (Serena Gordon) discovers Michael's (Adrian Lukis) infidelity; Joe (Robert Reynolds) woos Rachel (Clare Higgins). Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 25, 1990 The Real Charlotte A young Irishwoman (Joanna Roth) comes to live with her iron-willed cousin (Jeananne Crowley). Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 1, 1990 The Real Charlotte Charlotte (Jeananne Crowley) tells Mrs. Lambert of her husband's infatuation with Francie. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 8, 1990 The Real Charlotte Francie (Joanna Roth) chooses between her husband (Patrick Bergin) and lover (Nicholas Hewetson). Details Episode 22 Aired Apr 15, 1990 The Dressmaker A young woman falls for an American soldier. Details Episode 23 Aired Apr 22, 1990 Traffik: The Farmer/Addict British politician Jack Lithgow's incursion on Pakistani opium production endangers a farm. Details Episode 24 Aired Apr 29, 1990 Traffik Karl's creditors harass Helen; Caroline's odd behavior distracts Jack from efforts to avert a strike. Details Episode 25 Aired May 6, 1990 Traffik Karl's trial begins; Caroline's worsening condition forces Jack to make decisions about his life. Details Episode 26 Aired May 13, 1990 Traffik Jack's new views change his life; Ulli seeks to avenge Dieter's death; Helen plans to resume heroin trafficking. Details Episode 27 Aired May 20, 1990 Traffik Fazal will not be released unless his family joins Tariq's trafficking operation; Ulli tries to trap Helen. Details Episode 28 Aired Jul 8, 1990 Piece of Cake RAF pilots see action in World War II France. With Tim Woodward, Boyd Gaines. Adapted from a Derek Robinson novel. Details Episode 29 Aired Jul 15, 1990 Piece of Cake The squadron dreams of combat and romance at a French chateau. With Tim Woodward, Boyd Gaines. Details Episode 30 Aired Jul 22, 1990 Piece of Cake Rex (Tim Woodward) tests the bored squadron in the air and on the ground. With Boyd Gaines. Details Episode 31 Aired Jul 29, 1990 Piece of Cake A double wedding approaches at the same time real fighting starts. With Tim Woodward, Boyd Gaines. Details Episode 32 Aired Aug 5, 1990 Piece of Cake Germany attacks France; "Fanny" Barton (Tom Burlinson) becomes squadron leader. With Boyd Gaines. Details Episode 33 Aired Aug 12, 1990 Piece of Cake Barton (Tom Burlinson) tries to raise morale as the overworked pilots await reinforcements. With Boyd Gaines. Details

Season Info

Network
PBS
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 15, 1989