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The First Churchills

The First Churchills

The First Churchills is a 1969 twelve-part BBC television serial starring John Neville as John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, and Susan Hampshire as his wife, Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough. Written and produced by Donald Wilson, and directed by David Giles, the series is notable as being the first programme shown on PBS's long-running Masterpiece series in the United States.

Created By

Donald Wilson

Status

Ended

Original Name

The First Churchills

First Air Date

September 27, 1969

Last Air Date

December 13, 1969

Seasons

1

Episodes

12

Language

English

Production Companies

BBC

Networks

BBC Two

S01E12

Not Without Honour

Marlborough continues his success in the war against France, but his prestige at home and with Anne has been impaired by the devious backstairs intrigue of Robert Harley.

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