Jamaica Inn (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Series · ★ 5
Released in 1983, Jamaica Inn is a drama and crime series.
What it’s about. In the early 1800s, Mary Yellan's life is changed after her father is murdered by shipwreckers. When her mother dies of a broken heart not long afterwards, Mary is forced to go live with her Aunt Patience at her inn on Bodmin Moor. It's there that she discovers her slightly mad Uncle Joss is the wreckers' ringleader and that Jamaica Inn is their headquarters. Mary is determined to bring Joss and his gang to justice and calls upon Joss' younger brother Jem to help.
Who’s in it. Jamaica Inn stars Jane Seymour as Mary Yellan, Patrick McGoohan as Joss Merlyn, Trevor Eve as Jeremiah 'Jem' Merlyn and John McEnery as Reverend Francis Davey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Jamaica Inn has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jamaica Inn page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jamaica Inn tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jamaica Inn (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jamaica Inn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jamaica Inn worth watching?
- Jamaica Inn holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jamaica Inn?
- Jamaica Inn stars Jane Seymour, Patrick McGoohan, Trevor Eve, John McEnery and Billie Whitelaw.
- When was Jamaica Inn released?
- Jamaica Inn was released in 1983.