Enemy at the Door 1978
What is Enemy at the Door?
"Enemy at the Door" is a British television drama series produced by London Weekend Television for ITV. The series is set during a significant historical period, specifically the German occupation of one of the Channel Islands.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 26
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 28, 1978
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Drama, War & Politics
- Updated
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"Enemy at the Door" is a British television drama series produced by London Weekend Television for ITV. The series is set during a significant historical period, specifically the German occupation of one of the Channel Islands. The programme was broadcast over a period of time, with the first episode airing in 1978 and the final episode concluding in 1980. The series generated controversy in Guernsey, primarily due to the island's residents feeling that the show was not accurately represented, specifically in regards to the location where the series was filmed. The show's score was composed by Wilfred Josephs. The series also marked the television debut of Anthony Head as a member of the island's resistance.
Should you watch it?
“Explore the dramatic German occupation of Guernsey during the Second World War in this British series.”
- Features the television debut of Anthony Head as a resistance member
- Explores a unique historical setting during the Second World War
- Generated criticism in Guernsey for being filmed on Jersey instead
- Limited detailed plot information available in standard sources
Watch it if you enjoy historical drama series centered on World War Two occupations.
The series contains war and political themes related to a military occupation.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
- E1 By Order of the Fuhrer Jan 21, 1978
- E2 The Librarian Jan 28, 1978
- E3 After the Ball Feb 4, 1978
- E4 Steel Hand from the Sea Feb 11, 1978
- E5 The Laws and Usages of War Feb 18, 1978
- E6 'V' for Victory Feb 25, 1978
- E7 The Polish Affaire Mar 4, 1978
- E8 Officers of the Law Mar 11, 1978
- E9 The Jerrybag Mar 18, 1978
- E10 Treason Mar 25, 1978
- E11 Pains and Penalties Apr 1, 1978
- E12 The Prussian Officer Apr 8, 1978
- E13 Judgement of Solomon Apr 15, 1978
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Call of the Dead Jan 5, 1980
- E2 Reception for the General Jan 12, 1980
- E3 Angels That Soar Above Jan 19, 1980
- E4 No Quarter Given Jan 26, 1980
- E5 Committee Man Feb 2, 1980
- E6 Post Mortem Feb 9, 1980
- E7 The Raid Feb 16, 1980
- E8 Jealousy Feb 23, 1980
- E9 War-Game Mar 1, 1980
- E10 The Right Blood Mar 8, 1980
- E11 From a View to a Death Mar 15, 1980
- E12 The Education of Nils Borg Mar 22, 1980
- E13 Escape Mar 29, 1980
Frequently asked questions
When was Enemy at the Door originally shown?
The series was shown between 1978 and 1980.
Who made the series?
It was made by London Weekend Television for ITV.
What is the setting of the series?
The series is ostensibly set on Guernsey during the Second World War.
Who made the theme music?
The theme music was composed by Wilfred Josephs.
Which notable actor made their television debut in the series?
Anthony Head made his TV debut as a member of the island resistance.