Shine On Harvey Moon: The Complete Guide To The Classic Sitcom

Ever wondered what happened to the cheeky chaps who came home after the war, expecting life to simply pick up where it left off? "Shine on Harvey Moon" masterfully captures the bittersweet reality of post-war Britain, and it remains a relevant and resonant piece of television history. The series, a British sitcom that originally graced ITV screens, presents a poignant yet humorous look at the challenges faced by families rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of World War II. At the heart of the narrative is Harvey Moon, a lovable rogue navigating the complexities of a world irrevocably changed by conflict. It's a story of readjustment, of fractured relationships, and of finding laughter amidst the rubble of the past. The show, born from the creative minds of Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, quickly became a national treasure, blending sharp wit with genuine emotional depth. It offered a window into a specific time and place, yet its themes of family, love, and resilience continue to resonate with audiences today.
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Title Shine on Harvey Moon
Genre British Sitcom, Comedy-Drama
Created by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran
Starring Kenneth Cranham, Elizabeth Spriggs, Maggie Steed, Nigel Planer
Original Run January 8, 1982 – August 23, 1985; Briefly revived in 1995
Network ITV (Central Television, Witzend Productions, Meridian Television)
Setting East End of London, shortly after World War II (November 1945 onwards)
Number of Episodes 41 (over 5 series)
Character Focus Harvey Moon, a demobbed RAF serviceman returning home to family troubles
Themes Post-war readjustment, family dynamics, social change, finding humor in adversity
Notable Guest Stars Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson
Website British Comedy Guide
Shine on Harvey Moon (TV Series 1982 1995) — The Movie Database (TMDB)

Shine on Harvey Moon (TV Series 1982 1995) — The Movie Database (TMDB)

ROBSON,HENSON,QUIRKE, SHINE ON HARVEY MOON, 1984 Stock Photo Alamy

ROBSON,HENSON,QUIRKE, SHINE ON HARVEY MOON, 1984 Stock Photo Alamy

Shine on Harvey Moon Series 3 NON UK NON EUR Format / PAL / Region 4

Shine on Harvey Moon Series 3 NON UK NON EUR Format / PAL / Region 4

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