Joe Maddison's War

Newcastle, 1939. Shipyard worker Joe feels emasculated and past his prime; too old to serve in the war, and he’s shocked when his wife leaves him for a younger naval officer. Needing a new challenge, Joe and his friend Harry reluctantly volunteer to join the Home Guard.

Director: Patrick Collerton

Cast: Kevin Whately, Robson Green, Derek Jacobi, Melanie Hill, Sammy T. Dobson, James Atherton, Angela Lonsdale, James Baxter

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