Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit 1990
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- January 10, 1990
- Format
- 1 season · 3 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~2.8 hours (55 min/ep)
- Network
- BBC Two
What is Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit?
Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit is a television series first released in 1990. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1990
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 3
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 10, 1990
- Networks
- BBC Two
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10
- Format
- 1 season · 3 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~55 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- BBC Two
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 3 episodes and an average 55-minute runtime.
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Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit is a television series first released in 1990. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by BBC Two. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 3 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A young girl escapes a strict Pentecostal home to discover the world beyond.”
- Charlotte Coleman's compelling lead performance
- Adaptation of Jeanette Winterson's debut novel
- Thoughtful look at faith and identity
- Only three episodes limit story depth
- Religious themes may not appeal to all viewers
Watch it if you appreciate nuanced coming-of-age dramas that examine faith and personal freedom.
The series deals with religious themes and emotional conflict, suitable for mature teen and adult audiences.
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What is the premise of Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit?
It follows seven‑year‑old Jess, removed from her Pentecostal home and sent to school, exploring her upbringing.
How many episodes does the series have?
The series consists of three episodes.
Who plays the main character Jess?
Charlotte Coleman portrays Jess.
Who directed the series?
The series was directed by Beeban Kidron.
Is the series based on a book?
It is an adaptation of Jeanette Winterson’s debut novel.
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