The Onedin Line

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The Onedin Line is a BBC television drama series which ran from 1971 to 1980. The series was created by Cyril Abraham. The series is set in Liverpool from 1860 to 1886 and deals with the rise of a shipping line, the Onedin Line, named after its owner James Onedin. Around this central theme are the lives of his family, most notably his brother and partner, shop owner Robert, and his sister Elizabeth, giving insight into the lifestyle and customs at the time, not only at sea, but also ashore. The series also illustrates some of the changes in business and shipping, such as from wooden to steel ships and from sailing ships to steam ships. It shows the role that ships played in affairs like international politics, uprisings and the slave trade.

Country: United Kingdom

Cast:

Howard Lang,

Peter Gilmore,

Jessica Benton

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7.6

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Juan Antonio Ruiz Sánchez

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Quisiera poder ver de nuevo esa serie

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Luis Cano

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Ojala si la pongan es una super serie

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Set in 19th century Liverpool, "The Onedin Line" follows the ambitious journey of James Onedin, a sailship captain who dreams of owning his own ship and becoming his own reeder. Despite the challenges and responsibilities that come with the job, James is determined to achieve independence and success in the shipping industry. Alongside his family and friends, James navigates through the highs and lows of the business, facing tough decisions and obstacles that test his resolve. With a backdrop of international politics, uprisings, and the slave trade, this BBC drama series explores themes of perseverance, family, and loyalty over the course of eight seasons.

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