A look at how this enormously popular, award-winning Masterpiece/Mystery! series has lencaptured loyal fans for over 10 years. The series star DCS Christopher Foyle (Michael Kitchen) is the articulate sleuth in the sharp f... more »edora who solves the intricate crimes penned by Anthony Horowitz. The special feature interviews with the stars of the series and the people behind-the-camera responsible for them, from the writers to the directors and other production team members. Hosted by Len Cariou.
Combining uncompromising historical accuracy with compelling, character-driven murder mysteries, this award-winning British series has won worldwide critical acclaim and undying viewer loyalty since its premiere on ITV in 2002 and PBS in 2003. Offering a unique glimpse into a significant time and place, "Foyle's War" stars Michael Kitchen as DCS Christopher Foyle, a laconic World War I veteran who serves as detective chief superintendent in the English foyles wartown of Hastings. As World War II rages, Foyle investigates crimes on the home front, exposing the ravages of war on his once quiet coastal community. After the war, Foyle joins the intelligence community as the Cold War begins. "Foyle's War" guest stars include Julian Ovenden as Foyle's son, as well as Robert Hardy, Charles Dance, Rosamund Pike (Jack Reacher), David Tennant (Doctor Who) and James McAvoy (X-Men First Class).
INSIDE FOYLE'S WAR features a recap and favorite moments of the first six seasons, the creation of the series, the decision to set it during World War II, the extensive research that goes into each episode, the casting of Michael Kitchen as DCS Foyle, the casting and progression of Sam Stewart played by Honeysuckle Weeks, as well as exciting secrets from Foyle's natural transition to the Cold War and intelligence gathering in the new episodes, along with much more.
Bonus material. "The Making of Foyle's War" - (14 minutes approx..),