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By the Sword Divided
1983–1985 · BBC One · 50 min · 2 seasons
Latest episode
S02E10 · Restoration
Mon, 11 Mar, 6:30 am
About
This classic period drama series follows the fortunes of the aristocratic Lacey family, living peacefully in Arnescote Castle until the onset of the English Civil War in 1640. Sir Martin Lacey, the head of the family, is steadfastly loyal to the King. However the family is torn apart when his eldest daughter Anne weds John Fletcher - son of a merchant family who support the forces of Cromwell.
Episodes
- E01
Conflicts
Mon, 7 Jan· 50 min - E02
Cruel Necessity
Mon, 14 Jan· 50 min - E03
Cromwell at Arnescote
Mon, 21 Jan· 50 min - E04
Witch Hunt
Mon, 28 Jan· 50 min - E05
Escape
Mon, 4 Feb· 50 min - E06
Fateful Days
Mon, 11 Feb· 50 min - E07
Forlorn Hope
Mon, 18 Feb· 50 min - E08
The Mailed Fist
Mon, 25 Feb· 50 min - E09
Retribution
Mon, 4 Mar· 50 min - E10
Restoration
Mon, 11 Mar· 50 min
Cast
Julian Glover
Sir Martin Lacey
Sharon Maughan
Anne Lacey Fletcher
Andrew MacLachlan
Nathaniel Cropper
Tim Bentinck
Tom Lacey