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Seasons:

1 full episode list

Release Date:

24 June 1962 (USA) more

Genre:

Adventure | Family more

Plot:

The adventures of Sir Francis Drake during the 1500's. Sir Francis is probably one of the most famous explorers of the high seas... more

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One of the best shows for children ever more (6 total)


Cast

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Terence Morgan ... Sir Francis Drake / ... (26 episodes, 1961-1962)
Jean Kent ... Queen Elizabeth I (22 episodes, 1961-1962)

Michael Crawford ... John Drake (18 episodes, 1961-1962)
Milton Reid ... Diego (15 episodes, 1961-1962)
Howard Lang ... Grenville (15 episodes, 1961-1962)
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Additional Details

Also Known As:

The Adventures of Sir Francis Drake
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Runtime:

25 min | UK:30 min (26 episodes)

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1 more

Sound Mix:

Mono (RCA Sound System)

Certification:

UK:PG


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One of the best shows for children ever, 15 December 2006
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Author: jamesmoule from Australia

It was a long time ago. "Sir Francis Drake" was my favourite show. At that time, my family did not own a TV set so I could only watch it when invited by friends. I eagerly awaited each episode. For a period drama for children, this was similar in style to the Richard Greene "Robin Hood". I'm afraid Sir Francis was shown in a much better light than the real person who, by most accounts, was not much above a pirate. The action was great and there was some reference to historical accuracy which made school history come to life. To this day I still remember the music, played by a full symphony orchestra. How did they get such realistic 16th century ships? Were they models? I'd love to see the series again and appraise it with my sceptical adult eye.

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