Shine on Harvey Moon 1982
What is Shine on Harvey Moon?
"Shine on Harvey Moon" is a British comedy-drama series created by comedy writers Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran. The series was made by Central Television for ITV and initially aired from January 1982 to August 1985.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1982
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 41
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 8, 1982
- Last aired
- Aug 18, 1995
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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"Shine on Harvey Moon" is a British comedy-drama series created by comedy writers Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran. The series was made by Central Television for ITV and initially aired from January 1982 to August 1985. It was briefly revived in 1995 by Meridian. Set in the East End of London, the series is a generally light-hearted portrayal of life shortly after the Second World War. The story revolves around Harvey Moon, a demobbed RAF serviceman, and his family's struggles.
Should you watch it?
“A demobbed RAF man returns to a post‑war London family in comedic turmoil.”
- Period East End setting
- Blend of humor and drama
- Strong lead performances by Kenneth Cranham and Maggie Steed
- The 1995 revival is brief and may feel separate from the original run
Watch it if you enjoy gentle post‑war British humor with family drama.
The series is light‑hearted with mild adult themes, suitable for most adult viewers.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
- E1 Hail the Conquering Hero Jan 8, 1982
- E2 Getting to Know You Jan 15, 1982
- E3 Who's Afraid Of Virginia Flake Jan 22, 1982
- E4 Sweet F.A. Jan 29, 1982
- E5 The Rough with the Smooth Feb 5, 1982
- E6 A Christmas Truce Feb 12, 1982
Season 2 · 6 episodes
- E1 Getting Results Sep 10, 1982
- E2 A Deal with the Devil Sep 17, 1982
- E3 In Sickness and in Health Sep 24, 1982
- E4 The Party Line Oct 1, 1982
- E5 The Course of True Love Oct 8, 1982
- E6 Safe as Houses Oct 15, 1982
Season 3 · 9 episodes
- E1 Goodnight Sweetheart Jun 1, 1984
- E2 Pick Yourself Up, Dust Yourself Down And... Jun 8, 1984
- E3 Sisters and Brothers Jun 15, 1984
- E4 I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out of My Hair Jun 22, 1984
- E5 Sentimental Journey Jun 29, 1984
- E6 Goodnight Vienna Jul 6, 1984
- E7 Baby It's Cold Outside Jul 13, 1984
- E8 Fools Rush In Jul 20, 1984
- E9 Spring Will Be a Little Late This Year Jul 27, 1984
Season 4 · 8 episodes
- E1 Kind Hearts and Coronets Jul 5, 1985
- E2 Anything Goes... Jul 12, 1985
- E3 Mud Sticks Jul 19, 1985
- E4 Love Is Blind Jul 26, 1985
- E5 Lover, Come Back to Me Aug 2, 1985
- E6 All, or Nothing at All Aug 9, 1985
- E7 We're in the Money Aug 16, 1985
- E8 Love and Marriage Aug 23, 1985
Season 5 · 12 episodes
- E1 Series 5, Episode 1 Apr 23, 1995
- E2 Series 5, Episode 2 Apr 30, 1995
- E3 Series 5, Episode 3 May 7, 1995
- E4 Series 5, Episode 4 May 14, 1995
- E5 Series 5, Episode 5 May 21, 1995
- E6 Series 5, Episode 6 May 28, 1995
- E7 Series 5, Episode 7 Jul 14, 1995
- E8 Series 5, Episode 8 Jul 21, 1995
- E9 Series 5, Episode 9 Jul 28, 1995
- E10 Series 5, Episode 10 Aug 4, 1995
- E11 Series 5, Episode 11 Aug 11, 1995
- E12 Series 5, Episode 12 Aug 18, 1995
Frequently asked questions
When did the series originally air?
It aired on ITV from 8 January 1982 to 23 August 1985.
Who created the series?
It was created by comedy writers Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran.
What is the series' setting?
It is set in the East End of London shortly after World II.
Who are the main characters?
Harvey Moon, played by Kenneth Cranham, and his wife Rita, played by Maggie Steed.
Was the series ever revived?
Yes, it was briefly revived in 1995 by Meridian.