Joe Maddison's War

Newcastle, 1939. Shipyard worker Joe feels emasculated and past his prime; too old to serve in the war, and he’s shocked when his wife leaves him for a younger naval officer. Needing a new challenge, Joe and his friend Harry reluctantly volunteer to join the Home Guard.

Top Cast

Kevin WhatelyJoe Maddison

Robson GreenHarry Crawford

Derek JacobiMr. Simpson

Melanie HillSelina Rutherfird

Sammy T. DobsonSheila Maddison

James AthertonTommy Cowell

Angela LonsdalePolly Maddison

James BaxterAlan Maddison