Spearhead (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Series · ★ 7.5
Released in 1978, Spearhead is a drama series.
What it’s about. Spearhead is a British television drama produced by Southern Television for the ITV network. With a total of three series and 19 episodes from 1978 to 1981, the series follows the daily lives of a group of soldiers in 'B' Company, 1st Battalion Royal Wessex Rangers, a fictional British Army infantry regiment, during The Troubles.
Who’s in it. Spearhead stars Michael Billington as Colour Sergeant 'Jacko' Jackson, Stafford Gordon as Company Sergeant Major Gilby, Roy Holder as Sergeant Bilinski and Gordon Case as Private Mayhoe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Spearhead 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 Spearhead page.
If you liked it. Fans of Spearhead tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Spearhead (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Spearhead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Spearhead worth watching?
- Spearhead holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Spearhead?
- Spearhead stars Michael Billington, Stafford Gordon, Roy Holder, Gordon Case and Peter Turner.
- When was Spearhead released?
- Spearhead was released in 1978.