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Hannay

★6.5 1988 – 1989 2 Seasons Michael Robson TV-MA

Hannay is a 1988 spin-off prequel series to the 1978 film adaptation of John Buchan's novel The Thirty-Nine Steps which stars Robert Powell as Richard Hannay, a role which he reprises in the series, an Edwardian mining engineer from Rhodesia of Scottish origin. It features his adventures in pre-World War I Great Britain. These stories had little in common with Buchan's novels about the character, although some names are taken from his other novels.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 13 episodes

Episode 01

The Fellowship of the Black Stone

Jan 6, 1988 · 47 min

After nearly thirty years in southern Africa, Richard Hannay has achieved recognition as an officer in military intelligence, a mining engineer, and a successful prospector. Now he returns to Britain seeking a bride, a home and a quiet life. But Europe is a cauldron of political intrigue and, amongst the old Empires, a new power is rapidly making its way—a power that resents Britain's mastery of the waves: Imperial Germany. Represented in London by the cunning and ruthless Count Von Schwabing, Germany is intent on causing trouble however and wherever she can—and Hannay attracts trouble as a magnet attracts iron filings!

Episode 02

A Point of Honour

Jan 13, 1988 · 47 min

A chance encounter with Lady Madrigal Fitzjames on a train leads Hannay into a strange weekend of mistaken identity and danger.

Episode 03

Voyage Into Fear

Jan 20, 1988 · 47 min

The governments of Great Britain and Imperial Germany race to arm themselves with modern battleships, but von Schwabing has a plan to ensure that his country is victorious.

Episode 04

Death with Due Notice

Jan 27, 1988 · 47 min

A quiet break in the country turns into a weekend of murder when Hannay and old friend Reggie Armitage discover they're targets for a demented killer.

Episode 05

Act of Riot

Feb 3, 1988 · 47 min

Hannay returns to Scotland to visit the village where he was born, but his arrival quickly brings him into dangerous conflict with the local inhabitants.

Episode 06

The Hazard of the Die

Feb 10, 1988 · 47 min

When Hannay saves the life of a desperate young woman, he little realises how quickly this act of bravery will bring him face-to-face with von Schwabing.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 6.5 /10

based on 4 votes

Synopsis

Hannay is a 1988 spin-off prequel series to the 1978 film adaptation of John Buchan's novel The Thirty-Nine Steps which stars Robert Powell as Richard Hannay, a role which he reprises in the series, an Edwardian mining engineer from Rhodesia of Scottish origin. It features his adventures in pre-World War I Great Britain. These stories had little in common with Buchan's novels about the character, although some names are taken from his other novels.

Action & AdventureMysteryDrama

Cast

1 principal cast

Robert Powell

Robert Powell

Richard Hannay

Where to watch Hannay

Hannay is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The action & adventure from Michael Robson has 2 seasons and 13 total episodes, rated 6.5/10 by 4 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Hannay have?

Hannay has 2 seasons with 13 episodes in total.

Is Hannay still on the air?

Hannay has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Hannay?

Hannay airs on ITV1.

When did Hannay first air?

Hannay first aired on January 6, 1988.

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