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Pennies from Heaven (1978): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1978 · Serie · ★ 7.6

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Released in 1978, Pennies from Heaven is a drama series.

What it’s about. Pennies From Heaven is a 1978 BBC television drama serial written by Dennis Potter. The title is taken from a song of the same name written by Johnny Burke and Arthur Johnston. It was one of several Potter serials to mix the reality of the drama with a dark fantasy content, and the earliest of his works where the characters burst into miming to popular 1930s songs. During the Great Depression, a sheet music salesman seeks to escape his dreary life through popular music and a love affair with an innocent schoolteacher.

Who’s in it. Pennies from Heaven stars Bob Hoskins as Arthur Parker, Gemma Craven as Joan Parker, Cheryl Campbell as Eileen and Kenneth Colley as The Accordion Man, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Pennies from Heaven has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pennies from Heaven page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pennies from Heaven tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

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Where can I watch Pennies from Heaven (1978)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pennies from Heaven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pennies from Heaven worth watching?
Pennies from Heaven holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Pennies from Heaven?
Pennies from Heaven stars Bob Hoskins, Gemma Craven, Cheryl Campbell, Kenneth Colley and Jenny Logan.
When was Pennies from Heaven released?
Pennies from Heaven was released in 1978.