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The life of the Larkin family, farmers in Kent.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones is hottest ticket as she debuts on Broadway
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Faithful adaptation
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(Series Cast Summary - 13 of 72)| David Jason | ... | Pop Larkin (20 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Pam Ferris | ... | Ma Larkin (20 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Stephanie Ralph | ... | Victoria (19 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Philip Franks | ... | Charley (18 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Catherine Zeta-Jones | ... | Mariette (18 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Christina Giles | ... | Petunia (18 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Katherine Giles | ... | Zinnia (18 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Rachel Bell | ... | Edith Pilchester (16 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Ross Marriott | ... | Oscar (16 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Ian Tucker | ... | Montgomery (13 episodes, 1991-1992) | |
| Abigail Rokison | ... | Primrose (12 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Moray Watson | ... | Brigadier (11 episodes, 1991-1993) | |
| Daisy-May Bates | ... | John Blenheim (11 episodes, 1992-1993) |
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51 min (20 episodes) | UK:100 min (9 episodes)
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Featured in 50 Greatest Families (2008) (TV)
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Big relief here that Bates's modern classic has not only survived its transition to the big screen but has actually been enhanced by it. It's difficult to find anything in this made-for-television adaptation that is at odds with the book of the same name. The characters are well cast, in particular David Jason as Pop Larkin and Pam Ferris as Ma, who live life with abandonment and cavalier disregard for society's expectations. The conversion of Charlie, a most challenging task in story and film, is accomplished with care and precision, Catherine Zeta Jones as Mariette providing the required enticement. This is a highly entertaining and deeply satisfying adaptation, and richly captures the life of post-war Britain. Perfick!