Longitude (2000)
Longitude is a 2000 drama series created by Charles Sturridge. It stars Michael Gambon, Jeremy Irons and Gemma Jones.
The fascinating story of John Harrison who, in the 18th century, believed he could make a clock that would work on board a ship, and so solve the problem of finding longitude at sea.
Quick answers
What is Longitude about?
The fascinating story of John Harrison who, in the 18th century, believed he could make a clock that would work on board a ship, and so solve the problem of finding longitude at sea.
When was Longitude released?
Longitude was released on 2 January 2000.
How many episodes does Longitude have?
Longitude has 2 episodes across 1 seasons.
Who made Longitude?
Longitude was created by Charles Sturridge.
Cast
- Michael Gambon as John Harrison
- Jeremy Irons as Rupert Gould
- Gemma Jones as Elizabeth Harrison
- Anna Chancellor as Muriel Gould
- Emma Kay as Laura Gurney
- Barbara Leigh-Hunt as Dodo Gould
- Peter-Hugo Daly as John Jefferies
- Alec McCowen as Sir Frank Dyson
- Kevin Hudson as Lieutenant (uncredited)
- T. P. McKenna as Edmund Burke
- Peter Cartwright as Army Doctor
- Alfred Burke as Rear Admiral