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Tenko

NR1981–19843 seasonsLavinia Warner
IMDb 8.5

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Based on real-life experiences, Tenko remains one of the most fondly remembered and acclaimed BBC dramas of the early 1980s. It follows a group of women, formerly comfortably well-off ex-pats living in Singapore, as they are captured by the Japanese during World War II.

DramaWar & Politics
PrisonWorld War IiPrisoner Of WarSingaporeJungleSoldierPeriod DramaHistoricalHistorical Drama1940s

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What is Tenko (1981) about?

Based on real-life experiences, Tenko remains one of the most fondly remembered and acclaimed BBC dramas of the early 1980s. It follows a group of women, formerly comfortably well-off ex-pats living in Singapore, as they are captured by the Japanese during World War II.

Who stars in Tenko?

Tenko stars Stephanie Cole (Beatrice Mason), Jean Anderson (Lady Jocelyn 'Joss' Holbrook), Ann Bell (Marion Jefferson), Emily Bolton (Christina Campbell), Claire Oberman (Kate Norris). The series was created by Lavinia Warner.

How many seasons does Tenko have?

Tenko has 3 seasons. There are 30 episodes in total.

Is Tenko worth watching?

Tenko holds an IMDb rating of 8.5/10. Fans of Drama, War & Politics are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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