Moonfleet

Moonfleet (2013)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure, Family

Ray Winstone leads a gang of smugglers in our brand new family drama, Moonfleet. Written by Ashley Pharoah (Life on Mars, Ashes to Ashes), this two-part adaptation of the much-loved John Meade Falkner novel is set in the small Dorset village of Moonfleet. In the story, young John Trenchard (Aneurin Barnard - The Truth About Emanuel, The White Queen) is desperate to join the local band of smugglers led by Elzevir Block (Winstone - The Departed, Hugo, Snow White And The Huntsman). Together they embark on an adventure full of action, friendship, and humour, and hunt for a fabled lost diamond. Their journey takes them from 18th Century Dorset, to the jewellery quarter of The Hague, and on to a gripping, final sea voyage. Newcomer Sophie Cookson joins the cast as John's first love, Grace, who is also the daughter of Moonfleet's anti-smuggling magistrate, Mohune, played by Ben Chaplin.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Episode 2Dec 29, 2013
S01E01Episode 1Dec 28, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Moonfleet premiere?

Moonfleet premiered on December 28, 2013.

Who are the main characters in Moonfleet?

The main characters in Moonfleet are John Trenchard, Elzevir Block, Grace Mohune, and Lord Ashwood.

Where is Moonfleet set?

Moonfleet is set in a small village on the coast of Dorset, England.

What is the genre of Moonfleet?

Moonfleet is a historical drama with elements of adventure and romance.

What is the plot of Moonfleet?

Moonfleet follows the story of a young orphan named John Trenchard who gets drawn into a world of smuggling and adventure when he meets the mysterious Elzevir Block.

Who directed Moonfleet?

Moonfleet was directed by Andy De Emmony.

Who wrote the screenplay for Moonfleet?

Moonfleet was written by Ashley Pharoah and Tony Basgallop.

What is the source material for Moonfleet?

Moonfleet is based on a novel of the same name by J. Meade Falkner.

Who plays John Trenchard in Moonfleet?

Aneurin Barnard plays the role of John Trenchard in Moonfleet.

What is the running time for each episode of Moonfleet?

Each episode of Moonfleet has a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

What is the production company behind Moonfleet?

Moonfleet was produced by Company Pictures.

Was Moonfleet well-received by critics?

Moonfleet generally received positive reviews from critics.

Has Moonfleet won any awards?

Moonfleet has not won any major awards.

Is Moonfleet suitable for children to watch?

Moonfleet is rated TV-PG, which means it may contain material that some parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Did Moonfleet have a significant impact on popular culture?

Moonfleet did not have a significant impact on popular culture.

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