Mr. Wroe's Virgins (1993–1993)

TV ShowEndedBBC TwoDrama1 season, 4 episodes
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Plot

Prophet John Wroe preaches of the coming Apocalypse and appeals for seven virgins to 'serve' him in his home. This series is their story. Based on the novel by Jane Rogers.

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Episodes by season

Season014Episodes1993Aired—Season avg
  1. S01E01Mr. Wroe's Virgins S01E01Leah's StoryFebruary 24, 1993—The beautiful Leah sees her arrival as a chance to gain power over the elusive Wroe.
  2. S01E02Mr. Wroe's Virgins S01E02Joanna's StoryMarch 3, 1993—Joanna has hopes of carrying out missionary work, but Wroe has other plans.
  3. S01E03Mr. Wroe's Virgins S01E03Hannah's StoryMarch 10, 1993—Despite opposing word views, Hannah and Wroe build up a strong bond.
  4. S01E04Mr. Wroe's Virgins S01E04Martha's StoryMarch 17, 1993—Martha has been treated as an animal - but is a sensitive witness to the other virgins.

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Castfull cast & details

Jonathan PryceJonathan PryceJohn WroeMinnie DriverMinnie DriverLeahKathy BurkeKathy BurkeMarthaKerry FoxKerry FoxHannahLia WilliamsLia WilliamsJoannaMoya BradyMoya BradyDinahFreddie JonesFreddie JonesTobiasNicholas WoodesonNicholas WoodesonBrother Moses

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