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The Darling Buds of May

  • TV Series
  • 1991–19931991–1993
  • TV-PGTV-PG
  • 1h 40m
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7.8/10
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Catherine Zeta-Jones, Pam Ferris, Christina Giles, Katherine Giles, David Jason, Stephanie Ralph, and Julie Stichbury in The Darling Buds of May (1991)
  • Comedy
  • Drama
The life of the Larkin family, farmers in Kent.The life of the Larkin family, farmers in Kent.The life of the Larkin family, farmers in Kent.
IMDb RATING
7.8/10
2.2K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,770
44
  • Stars
    • David Jason
    • Pam Ferris
    • Stephanie Ralph
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    • David Jason
    • Pam Ferris
    • Stephanie Ralph
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    • 24User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
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      • 1 nomination

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    David Jason
    David Jason
    • Pop Larkinas Pop Larkin
    20 episodes20 eps • 1991–1993
    Pam Ferris
    Pam Ferris
    • Ma Larkinas Ma Larkin
    20 episodes20 eps • 1991–1993
    Stephanie Ralph
    • Victoriaas Victoria
    20 episodes20 eps • 1991–1993
    Philip Franks
    • Charleyas Charley…
    18 episodes18 eps • 1991–1993
    Catherine Zeta-Jones
    Catherine Zeta-Jones
    • Marietteas Mariette
    18 episodes18 eps • 1991–1993
    Christina Giles
    • Petuniaas Petunia
    18 episodes18 eps • 1991–1993
    Katherine Giles
    • Zinniaas Zinnia
    18 episodes18 eps • 1991–1993
    Rachel Bell
    Rachel Bell
    • Edith Pilchesteras Edith Pilchester
    16 episodes16 eps • 1991–1993
    Ross Marriott
    • Oscaras Oscar
    16 episodes16 eps • 1991–1993
    Ian Tucker
    • Montgomeryas Montgomery
    13 episodes13 eps • 1991–1992
    Abigail Rokison
    • Primroseas Primrose
    12 episodes12 eps • 1991–1993
    Moray Watson
    Moray Watson
    • Brigadieras Brigadier
    11 episodes11 eps • 1991–1993
    Daisy-May Bates
    • John Blenheimas John Blenheim
    11 episodes11 eps • 1992–1993
    Kika Mirylees
    Kika Mirylees
    • Angela Snowas Angela Snow
    7 episodes7 eps • 1991–1992
    Martin Read
    • Sgt. Wilsonas Sgt. Wilson…
    6 episodes6 eps • 1991–1993
    Julie Stichbury
    • Primroseas Primrose
    6 episodes6 eps • 1991
    Tyler Butterworth
    Tyler Butterworth
    • Reverend Candyas Reverend Candy
    4 episodes4 eps • 1992
    Michael Jayston
    Michael Jayston
    • Ernest Bristowas Ernest Bristow
    4 episodes4 eps • 1993
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    • Trivia
      In 2011, Catherine Zeta-Jones invited David Jason to a rented house in Richmond to have Sunday lunch with her and her husband Michael Douglas. It was the first time Jason had seen Jones since she had wed Douglas; they had rented a magnificent property, and Douglas was in the pool playing with their sons. Jason considered him a great Hollywood star but Douglas was very relaxed as he came out the pool, dripping wet in Bermuda shorts and shook Jason's hand. Douglas thanked Jason for being generous with Jones and looking after her on the show. Jason was pleased he thought so.
    • Quotes

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      Sidney Charles 'Pop' Larkin: Sounds perfick.

    • Connections
      Featured in Motormouth: Episode #4.17 (1991)

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    10/10
    So endearing, funny and perfect!
    I will make a confession to start off with-: I haven't read any of the books, and I really would like to. Putting that aside, The Darling Buds of May is a perfect piece of escapism for a weekend evening. It is endearing. It is funny. And it is easy to like. I see it with my grandmother and she loves it too. Here, there is something for everybody of all ages, humour, charm, fun and maybe even nostalgia.

    One definite plus is how the show is filmed. The camera work is so fluid and beautiful, and the lighting so bright and perfect. Those images of the English countryside gives a real sense of warmth and endearment to the proceedings, and the scenery in general is breath taking. The main theme is memorable and relaxing to the ears, and the accompanying themes are just as delightful for anybody who watches.

    The humour in Darling Buds of May is just right. It is never overdone or underplayed-it is just right, and doesn't spoil the show's appeal at all. And the Larkin family! Where do I start? What wonderful, completely likable characters. While not wealthy, they are happy together and supportive of one another and that was a true delight to see. I will admit, I really wanted to be part of the Larkin family.

    It isn't just the quality of the script that makes the show so much fun. It is also some truly priceless scenes like the cat fight at the strawberry picking and any other situation that the Larkins get into. They live in abandonment and are disregarded by society, yet all of them are such lovable characters, and some of the run ins with the secondary characters are just hilarious.

    The acting is exceptional from all involved. I am a big fan of David Jason, who has proved himself a talented, funny and versatile actor. He is a sheer delight here as Pop, a character that makes a dull day enormously satisfying just like that. I love Pam Ferris too, and she gives yet another strong performance as Ma. Then you have Welsh beauty Catherine Zeta Jones at her loveliest, and Phillip Franks as Charlie, whose conversion is taken with unusual care and precision.

    Overall, at 17 I adore the Darling Buds of May. It is perfect for anybody. It is so easy to like, and really relaxing to watch, as well as richly detailing post-war Britain. This is in no way a criticism, but if anything I do wish the show lasted longer. It is perfect entertainment for a dull day or a free weekend evening. Nothing else really to say, other than a must-watch! 10/10 Bethany Cox
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    • Release date
      • April 7, 1991 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Majs ljuva knoppar
    • Filming locations
      • Buss Farm, Bethersden, Kent, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Excelsior
      • Yorkshire Television (YTV)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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