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Colonial House

Ordinary individuals embark on a challenging adventure, traveling back to 1628 to establish a self-sustaining colony using only resources available during that time period. With a four-month deadline, they must work together to survive and pass a rigorous evaluation.

Episodes:

Episode 1 A New World

1. A New World

Aired: May 17, 2004

A group of pioneers sets out to recreate a 17th-century colonial settlement i...

Episode 2 Harsh Reality

2. Harsh Reality

Aired: May 17, 2004

A sudden tragedy strikes the governor's family, leaving them reeling, while t...

Episode 3 City of God

3. City of God

Aired: May 18, 2004

The return of the governor sparks a cultural confrontation between ancient tr...

Episode 4 The Outsiders

4. The Outsiders

Aired: May 18, 2004

The colonists face a daunting challenge to their survival as they band togeth...

Episode 5 Regime Change

5. Regime Change

Aired: May 24, 2004

The introduction of Don Heinz, a charismatic lay preacher, marks a significan...

Episode 6 The Shake Up

6. The Shake Up

Aired: May 24, 2004

A high-ranking executive from the sponsoring company pays a visit to evaluate...

Episode 7 The Reckoning

7. The Reckoning

Aired: May 25, 2004

A bountiful harvest fills the colony with joy, as a visit from the Wampanoag ...

Episode 8 Judgment Day

8. Judgment Day

Aired: May 25, 2004

Colonists rejoice at Michaelmas festivities, then reflect on their progress b...

Info about Colonial House

Network: PBS

Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States

Genres:Reality-TV