Rewind TV has announced its intention to air the American miniseries From Here to Eternity, starring William Devane and Natalie Wood. Although specific broadcast dates have not been revealed, the channel’s social media indicates it will be “coming soon.”
What is From Here to Eternity?
From Here to Eternity originally aired on NBC in 1979. Based on James Jones’ 1951 novel, the series is set at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii during the months leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor. The story follows several soldiers and their struggles, tackling themes of loyalty, forbidden love, and the harsh realities of military life.
The cast included William Devane as Sergeant Warden, Natalie Wood as Karen Holmes, Steve Railsback as Private Prewitt, Kim Basinger as Lorene, and Roy Thinnes as Captain Holmes.
What is Rewind TV
Rewind TV is a British channel available on Sky (190) and Freeview (95). It features several classic television shows and movies from around the world. The schedule has included ITC series including Department S, Jason King and The Prisoner. Other broadcast shows, some of which haven’t been aired for some time, include The Cuckoo Waltz, Trouble in Mind, Worzel Gummidge Down Under, Monkey and Hancock.
In November, Rewind TV is planning to air a number of classic US series including Married with Children, Police Woman and Fantasy Island.
Jamie’s Reaction
And the announcements just keep on coming! A number of us shows are on the way via Rewind TV, but most have been iconic property rarely seen on UK television.
Jones’ novel has been adapted several times, including a movie in 1954 and this miniseries. The latter was spun off into a weekly primetime soap opera. This miniseries, which Natalie Wood won a Golden Globe for in 1980, is possibly one of the least known so far. That should be all the more reason to check this out.
From Here to Eternity is coming soon to Rewind TV. We will update when a confirmed date has been announced.
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