Is When We Go to War coming back?

When We Go to War ended in 2015 on TVNZ 1. The series concluded after its first season, which aired from April 26 to May 24, 2015.

This historical drama was set during World War I and depicted the impact of the war on a middle-class Pakeha family and a Maori brother and sister in New Zealand. The story alternated between life at home, Gallipoli, and Egypt, illustrating how the war affected relationships, society, and individuals. It began with a tone of hope and optimism before revealing the harsh realities faced by soldiers and civilians alike, including grief, anti-German sentiment, and anti-conscription activism.

The show was a six-episode series that focused on the personal stories of characters such as Bea Smith, a nurse in Egypt, and her lover William, a doctor. It also explored the experiences of Charles Smith, a lawyer turned officer, and Manaaki Kokiri, a preacher turned soldier. The series examined how wartime strained family bonds and transformed lives, capturing the emotional and social upheaval caused by the conflict. The cast included Esther Stephens as Bea Smith, Alex Tarrant as Manaaki Kokiri, and Ido Drent as Charles Smith. The series was rated 6.8 on TVMaze and had a runtime of 60 minutes per episode.