Tenko

S1 E8 ∙

The series that had the nation gripped, following the lives of women POWs in World War II. Boredom and frustration with camp life drive Blanche to take a dramatic decision.

G

Contains Mature Themes

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All episodes for series 1 of Tenko

  • S1 E1

    The lives of British women in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp.

  • S1 E2

    It is December 1941, and the Japanese continue their advance southwards.

  • S1 E3

    The women are marched to their internment camp.

  • S1 E4

    A group of Dutch women prisoners arrive at the camp laden with possessions.

  • S1 E5

    Antagonism between the British and Dutch women grows.

  • S1 E6

    Rumour has it that some Red Cross parcels have arrived at the camp.

  • S1 E7

    As Sally approaches giving birth, she comes increasingly to rely on Nellie.

  • S1 E8

    Boredom and frustration with camp life drive Blanche to take a dramatic decision.

  • S1 E9

    Captain Yamauchi spells out his conditions for agreeing to release Blanche.

  • S1 E10

    Preparations to celebrate Christmas are under way.