Series synopsis
Rosamunde Pilcher's Four Seasons is a German drama television series that premiered on ZDF on December 25, 2008. It ended on December 25, 2009. It stars Juliet Mills, Angela Douglas, Terence Harvey and Senta Berger.
Patriach Alex reigns over the magnificent country estate Endellion with a mildness that infuriates his eldest son Stephen, a high-powered financier, but perfectly suits his younger, more relaxed son Charles. After many years of unruffled tranquility, life at Endellion is about to enter a turbulent new phase with the return of Stephen's ex-wife, and division over her granddaughter Abby, whose mother had died never revealing the father's name.
Premise
Patriach Alex reigns over the magnificent country estate Endellion with a mildness that infuriates his eldest son Stephen, a high-powered financier, but perfectly suits his younger, more relaxed son Charles. After many years of unruffled tranquility, life at Endellion is about to enter a turbulent new phase with the return of Stephen's ex-wife, and division over her granddaughter Abby, whose mother had died never revealing the father's name.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Juliet Mills as Lady Florence Combe
- Angela Douglas as Mrs. Edwina Webber
- Terence Harvey as Mr. Spalding
- Senta Berger as Julia Combe
- Perdita Weeks as Imogen Combe
- Tim Delap as Tom Tresillian
- Michael York as Stephen Combe
- Paula Kalenberg as Abigail 'Abby' Combe
Supporting cast
- Tom Conti as Charles Combe
- Tina Grawe as Georgina 'Gina' Combe
Guest cast
- Franco Nero as Max Freeman
- Maureen Bennett as Maria
- Steve Scott as Newsreader
- Rupert Holliday-Evans as Priest
- Richard Bardsley as Head Porter
- Daryl Webster as Woman in Washroom
- Gemma Refoufi as Young Charlotte
- John Telfer as Dr Lewis
- Maximilian von Pufendorf as Jamie Wilson
- Joe Hall as Hendry
- Frank Finlay as Alexander 'Alex' Combe
- Natalia Wörner as Charlotte Combe
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | December 25, 2008 | December 25, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Summer After Julia was driven from the middle of the family because of her scheming ex-husband Stephen, she had to leave her daughter Charlotte and her life behind - not knowing that she will never see them again. But when her granddaughter Abby tries to contact her after years, her past catches up with her. |
December 25, 2008 |
| 2 |
Autumn Julia learns from Charles what happened that night when Charlotte disappeared into the sea. The two get closer and closer, which is a huge thorn in Stephen's side. He does everything to get rid of his ex-wife and finally urges Abby to break off contact with Julia. However, the young woman does not want to be further patronized and makes a serious decision. |
December 25, 2008 |
| 3 |
Winter Abby and Tom want to tie the knot, but the future bride soon has doubts. Does she really make her decision out of love or just out of desperation? Meanwhile, Julia travels to London inspired by a new hope to meet the pianist Lara Jones. This bears a breathtaking resemblance to her daughter Charlotte, who was believed to be dead ... |
December 25, 2009 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ZDF |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 25, 2008 |
| Last aired | December 25, 2009 |
| Status | Ended |