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The Lotus Eaters
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The Lotus Eaters

1972-04-23 · 50 min / episode · ★ 7.5

Drama

Follows the lives of British expatriates living on the island of Crete, where their secrets will soon rise to the surface.

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Creators
Michael J. Bird
Production companies
BBC
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Ian HendryIan HendryErik Shepherd
Wanda VenthamWanda VenthamAnn Shepherd
Stefan GryffStefan GryffCapt. Michael Krasakis
Frank DuncanCotton
Timothy CarltonTimothy CarltonGerald Mace
Godfrey JamesGodfrey JamesNicholson

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