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The Eagle of the Ninth (1977–1977) — drama · war · history on BBC One
About The Eagle of the Ninth
The Eagle of the Ninth ended on October 9, 1977. The series aired on BBC One and concluded its single season after six episodes. It was a historical drama set in 117 AD, centered around the search for the Roman army’s Ninth legion gold Eagle standard. The show depicted the events and characters involved in this quest, providing a dramatized look at Roman Britain during that period. Although it only ran for a brief time, it remains a notable example of historical storytelling from the late 1970s.
The series was a drama, war, and history production that aired in 1977. It was based on the novel of the same name and explored themes of loyalty, bravery, and the struggles faced by Roman soldiers and their allies in Britain. The story followed the efforts to recover the lost Eagle, which symbolized Roman power and pride, amid the challenges of the rugged northern landscape and local resistance.
The episodes each had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes, and the series was limited to its initial run in 1977.
The Eagle of the Ninth episode schedule
6 aired
Aired · 6
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| October 9, 1977 | S1·E6 | Valedictory |
| October 2, 1977 | S1·E5 | The Wild Hunt |
| September 25, 1977 | S1·E4 | The Lost Legion |
| September 18, 1977 | S1·E3 | Across the Frontier |
| September 11, 1977 | S1·E2 | Esca |
| September 4, 1977 | S1·E1 | Frontier Fort |