Home Fires show's poster

Episode 3

When a rural English town finds itself on the verge of WWII, two powerful women struggle to put aside their differences in The Women’s Institute and join forces amidst the chaos and uncertainty of wartime. Samantha Bond (Downton Abbey) and Francesca Annis (Flesh and Blood, Cranford) star in this heartwarming story of courage, friendship, and holding onto the light in our darkest moments.

RMPBS Passport

Please log in to your PBS Passport account to watch this video

Become a Member

Episode 3

Season 2 Episode 3 | 53m 5s | CC

As the war intensifies, the women must do all they can to keep spirits high. Frances learns that there is more to Peter’s affair than she realized. Steph is concerned by Stan’s behavior on the farm. The Brindsleys receive some wonderful news.

Funding for MASTERPIECE is provided by Viking and Raymond James with additional support from public television viewers and contributors to The MASTERPIECE Trust, created to help ensure the series’ future.