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French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television
French Fields

French Fields

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1989 - 1991
  • 19 episodes (3 series)

In this sequel to Fresh Fields, Hester and William move to France. The episodes centre around the couple's adjustment to their new life and difficulties dealing with French culture. Stars Julia McKenzie, Anton Rodgers, Pamela Salem, Liz Crowther, Robin Kermode and more.

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Episode menu

Series 1, Episode 5 - Who's Been Eating My Porridge?

Still none-too-keen on the idea of William returning for lunch each day, Hester's determined to send him to the office with sandwiches. Meanwhile, back at the house, Madame Remoleux is proving worse than useless, but Hester's determined to serve up a proper English meal for a dinner party.

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 3rd October 1989
Time
8:30pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Julia McKenzie Hester Fields
Anton Rodgers William Fields
Pamela Salem Chantal Moriac
Liz Crowther Jill Trendle
Robin Kermode Hugh Trendle
Valerie Lush Madame Remoleux
Guest cast
Sally Baxter Emma
Brian de Salvo Henri Nadal
Octavia Verdin Natalie (William's Secretary)
Marian McLoughlin Sweet Stallholder
Alec Sabin Vegetable Stallholder
Yvonne Gilan Madame Nadal
Peter Kelly Fisherman
Writing team
John Chapman Writer
Ian Davidson Writer
Production team
James Gilbert Director
Derrick Goodwin Director
James Gilbert Producer
Terence E. Badham Editor
Harry Clark Production Designer
Alan Parker Composer

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