The Train Now Departing (1988) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Train Now Departing online in HD.
The Train Now Departing — Storyline
Despite being phased-out by British rail networks in 1968, the steam train has resisted its bleak fate of becoming a mere museum exhibit, and fading into obscurity. This series charts their re-emergence over the subsequent twenty year period following the end of the age of steam.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Anthony Smith
The Train Now Departing — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1988-11-15 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 6 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | BBC Two |
| Status | Ended |
The Train Now Departing — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The Long Drag (1988-11-15) — This programme charts the dramatic changes that have taken place across Britain’s railway network since the 1960s and the subsequent 20-year period following the end of the steam a
- E2: The West Highlander (1988-11-22) — This documentary follows the daily journey to Mallaig on the West Highland Line. Since the 1980s, the line has been served by a restored K1 steam train provided and maintained by a
- E3: The Holiday Line (1988-11-29) — The Waterloo to Exmouth train route became very popular after World War Two, with enthusiastic passengers keen to embark on self-planned expeditions in the more rural climes of Exm
- E4: Steam on the Isle of Man (1988-12-06) — This programme explores the history of the narrow-gauge steam locomotive network that has served the Isle of Man since the 1870s. 'One disadvantage of train sets is that they aren'
- E5: Lines of Industry (1988-12-13) — This episode looks at how the humble industrial railway lines are emerging from the shadows of the more traditionally glamorous passenger lines.Anthony Smith looks at steam engines
- E6: The Survivors (1988-12-20) — Preservation societies strive to keep services running for new visitors 20 years after the last passenger steam train ran on mainline railways. Accompanied by footage of engines on
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Train Now Departing have? 1 season(s) with 6 episodes.
Where can I watch The Train Now Departing? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
