Tom's mining strike leaves his family facing financial hardship, forcing him to find a way to provide for his ailing wife and young son. Desperate for assistance, he turns to Jack, who is secretly developing romantic feelings for Dolly, Matt's sister, after their recent meeting.
1. A Land Fit for Heroes and Idiots
Aired: Jan 7, 1976Jack Ford, a seasoned World War I veteran, returns to Gallowshields on Tynesi...
Aired: Jan 14, 1976As Billy, Tom, and Matt struggle to reinvigorate Jack's passion for the Labou...
Aired: Jan 21, 1976Tom's mining strike leaves his family facing financial hardship, forcing him ...
Aired: Jan 28, 1976Jack pays a visit to Sir Horatio Manners, his late commanding officer's fathe...
Aired: Feb 4, 1976Bill seeks guidance from his acquaintance Sep, a renowned historian familiar ...
6. Empire Day on the Slag Heap
Aired: Feb 11, 1976The colliers' strike concludes in failure, leaving their future uncertain. Ja...
7. A First Time for Everything
Aired: Feb 18, 1976Bella transforms the front of the house into a charming shop, inspired by Pie...
Aired: Feb 25, 1976Jack runs into a familiar face at the pub, Sid Hepburn, a former army comrade...
Aired: Mar 2, 1976Nurse Rosie Trotter prioritizes Mary's feelings by postponing her wedding pla...
Aired: Mar 10, 1976Jack takes advantage of a lucrative opportunity to provide for his family aft...
Aired: Mar 17, 1976As the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, Sandy Lewis, a passionate Gl...
12. Heads You Win, Tails I Lose
Aired: Mar 24, 1976Arthur expresses concern to Jessie about the potential stress that comes with...
13. Kind Hearted Rat with a Lifebelt
Aired: Mar 31, 1976The next episode sees Tom taken into custody, while Jack takes on a new role ...
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Seasons: 4
Current Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
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