Series synopsis
Echoes is a drama war & politics television series that premiered on RTÉ One on May 25, 1988. It was created by David Toney, Sandra d'Aboville. It stars Barbara Brennan, Bernie Downes and Geraldine James.
During a brutal war, cook Meng Wanfu is mistaken for a fugitive general and steps in to protect the general’s family, while the real General Zhang Yunkui, feeling powerless, joins the guerrilla fighters; together, their courage and loyalty help carry their nation through its darkest hour.
Premise
During a brutal war, cook Meng Wanfu is mistaken for a fugitive general and steps in to protect the general’s family, while the real General Zhang Yunkui, feeling powerless, joins the guerrilla fighters; together, their courage and loyalty help carry their nation through its darkest hour.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Barbara Brennan as Molly Power
- Bernie Downes as Nellie
- Geraldine James as Angela O'Hara
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 5 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 5 | May 25, 1988 | April 24, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pilot | May 25, 1988 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Growing up poor in a small Irish seaside town, young Clare O'Brien dreams of a better life. She devotes herself to her studies, encouraged by her teacher, who sees echoes of herself in Clare. Meanwhile, David Power hails from a privileged family and plans to follow in his father's footsteps as a doctor. |
April 24, 1988 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 The summer season at Castlebay is alive with excitement and romance. Heartbreaker Gerry Doyle is up for a challenge and sets his sights on Clare, but she is still focused on her schoolwork-and on a growing interest in David. Her hard work and ambition is rewarded when she wins a scholarship to a university in Dublin. |
May 1, 1988 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | RTÉ One |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 25, 1988 |
| Last aired | May 25, 1988 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 21:00:00 |