Episode 1

The story of the Boesman family's attempt to survive in the city of Ghent during World War I, focusing on each of the five family members’ different experiences. From Walter Presents, in Dutch with English subtitles.

Episode 1

Season 1 Episode 1 | 50m 4s

In Ghent 1914, Belgian father Philippe struggles to accept that the German army will invade, even as discontent mounts and soldiers are mobilized.

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Episode 10

Marie struggles to help both Vincent and Hans-Peter as the war draws to a close.

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Episode 2

Guillaume’s attempt to avoid military conscription fails as the Germans advance.

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Episode 3

As Phillipe curries favor with German officers, Guillaume and Vincent fight to survive.

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