Introduction

Privates is a 2013 BBC One drama television series set in 1960 which follows the stories of eight privates who are part of the last intake of National Service (aka conscription), and their relationships with their officers and non-commissioned officers, civilian staff and families.

Outline

Preparations for the Remembrance Day parade begin as a telegram arrives telling that Davies’ grandfather has died, the one his family had suspected of being a coward. Captain Gulliver tells Audrey that their life will begin anew when he hands in his resignation that day. Wratten visits Barrowman in hospital and Barrowman tells his story. Keenan’s curiosity about Davies’ grandfather leads him to uncover the truth about the grandfather’s army record. White-Bowne and Rothman appear in front of the Conservative selection panel and make their respective pitches to be the next candidate. Sergeant Butcher asks Captain Bulgakov whether Lomax is really mad or just faking it.

Privates Series

You can find a full index and overview of Privates here.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 11 January 2013.
• Running time: 45 minutes.
• Rating: Unknown.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.

Video Clip(s)