The Hard Word

19831 season

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Where to watch The Hard Word

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Good to know

Release date: 1983-01-25
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 6
Network: Thames Television
Status: Ended
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Thames Television

About The Hard Word

The Hard Word is a 1983 web series in the Drama genre, starring Ian Bannen, Duggie Brown and Lynn Farleigh. It spans 1 season and 6 episodes, and originally aired on Thames Television. Below you can see where to watch The Hard Word in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Unemployment causes emptiness and desolation for two families who thought they had everything.

Seasons (1)

Season 16 eps · 1983

Cast

Ian Bannen

David Wood

Duggie Brown

Billy Clough

Lynn Farleigh

Sarah Wood

Sharon Duce

Vicky Clough

Kevin McNally

Nigel Wood

Miranda Richardson

Polly Wood

Jason Carter

Simon Wood

Michael Le Vell

Harry Clough

Cassie Stuart

Pat Clough

Michael Melia

Barry Edwards

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Hard Word in Japan?+

The Hard Word is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Hard Word on Netflix?+

The Hard Word is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How many seasons of The Hard Word are there?+

The Hard Word has 1 season and 6 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Hard Word?+

The Hard Word stars Ian Bannen, Duggie Brown, Lynn Farleigh, Sharon Duce and Kevin McNally.

When did The Hard Word come out?+

The Hard Word is a 1983 web series.

What genre is The Hard Word?+

The Hard Word is Drama series.