The story of the unsung heroes of World War Two – the workers who made the aircraft, built the ships, dug the coal, kept the railways running, rescued the injured and produced the food that Britain needed to win the war.
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 6 episodes
1
- 1S1 E1
The Air War
Jan 1, 200846 min
In this episode, the vital role played by the makers of Britain's warplanes and how attacks from the Luftwaffe on factories pushed the workers' courage to the limit.
- 2S1 E2
War At Sea
Jan 1, 200846 min
Telling the stories of the seafarers and shipbuilders from the west of England's seaports who worked tirelessly and endlessly, risking their lives, in order to keep the country afloat during the course of the Second World War.
- 3S1 E3
Countryside At War
Jan 1, 200846 min
The challenge for farms charged with feeding the nation during the Second World War. Land Army girls, evacuees and enemy prisoners were sent to help the countryside cope with demand and revolutionised the traditional farm.
- 4S1 E4
War On The Railways
Jan 1, 200846 min
Investigation into the role of the Great Western Railway during the war effort, revealing how despite being among the prime targets of the Luftwaffe, the drivers and firemen continued their runs regardless of the threat of danger.
- 5S1 E5
The Underground Army
Jan 1, 200846 min
Exploring the role of the West Country's Bevin Boys in the Second World War. Instead of fighting for King and Country on the front line, they were among the thousands conscripted to work down the mines. With testimony from three former mine
- 6S1 E6
Wartime Emergency
Jan 1, 200846 min
Exploring the role of the emergency service during the Second World War focussing on the stories of a fireman, a policeman and a doctor who all risked their lives on a nightly basis to perform their duty of helping others.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Their Finest Hour?
- Their Finest Hour is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of Their Finest Hour are there?
- Their Finest Hour has 1 season and 6 episodes. Status: Returning.
- When is the next season of Their Finest Hour?
- No air date has been announced for the next episode of Their Finest Hour. Status: Returning. The latest episode aired on January 1, 2008.
- Who stars in Their Finest Hour?
- Their Finest Hour stars Nimmy March.
