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Indian Summers
2015 - 2016 7.1 (38 votes) 2 Seasons
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Genres
Drama
Networks
Channel 4

Indian Summers

Overview

Epic drama set in the summer of 1932 where India dreams of independence, but the British are clinging to power. Set against the sweeping grandeur of the Himalayas and tea plantations of Northern India, the drama tells the rich and explosive story of the decline of the British Empire and the birth of modern India, from both sides of the experience. At the heart of the story lie the implications and ramifications of the tangled web of passions, rivalries and clashes that define the lives of those brought together in this summer which will change everything.

Top Cast

Julie Walters
Julie Walters

Cynthia Coffin

Henry Lloyd-Hughes
Henry Lloyd-Hughes

Ralph Whelan

Nikesh Patel
Nikesh Patel

Aafrin Dalal

Jemima West
Jemima West

Alice Whelan

Alexander Cobb
Alexander Cobb

Ian McLeod

Shachin Sailesh Kumar

Adam

Aysha Kala
Aysha Kala

Sooni

James Fleet
James Fleet

Lord Hawthorne

Seasons

Season 1 poster
Season 1 (2015)

No overview available.

10 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Episode 1
2015-02-15

Ralph Whelan and the rest of the Indian Civil Service begin the annual move to Simla where the doyenne of British society Cynthia Coffin prepares the exclusive white British Club for the summer season.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 2: Episode 2
2015-02-22

Sarah becomes suspicious of Alice's past and begins some detective work to uncover the real reasons behind her move to India.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 3: Episode 3
2015-03-01

It's the Sipi Fair in Simla, the only time in the year that the Indian community are allowed onto the grounds of the British Club.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 4: Episode 4
2015-03-08

There's much excitement in Simla as the Viceroy arrives. Ralph is troubled when he discovers that the only evidence that linked Chandru Mohan to the Congress Party is missing.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 5: Episode 5
2015-03-15

Ralph tries to take advantage of divisions among the Indian communities. Cynthia is shocked by Eugene's revelation about his finances. Sarah places Alice in a very difficult position.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 6: Episode 6
2015-03-22

The pressure continues to mount on Ralph as Jaya reveals the real reason for her visit to Simla. A mountaineer saves Alice, Madeleine and Ronnie from a perilous situation.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 7: Episode 7
2015-03-29

Simla is buzzing as it prepares for the annual amateur dramatic production, but the play is overshadowed by the news that a murder victim has been found in the river.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 8: Episode 8
2015-04-05

The British community turn out in force for the murder trial. Ian is wracked with guilt about his part in Ramu's arrest and Leena is torn apart in the witness box.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 9: Episode 9
2015-04-12

Madeleine is dealt some devastating news, and Alice is terrified when Sarah threatens to tell everyone that Alice's husband is alive. Tensions between Ralph and Cynthia escalate.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 10: Episode 10
2015-04-19

In the final episode, Ramu Sood's fate is left in Ralph's hands, a vote takes place at the club to lift the colour bar, and Alice and Aafrin prepare to go public with their relationship.

Runtime: 48 min
Season 2 poster
Season 2 (2016)

No overview available.

10 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Indian Man, British Suit
2016-03-13

The epic drama picks up in 1935. A terrorist attack against the British Viceroy of India puts Aafrin in the frame, while Cynthia urges Ralph to make a play for the top job.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 2: Black Kite
2016-03-20

Aafrin's wounded comrade Naresh is convinced someone has betrayed him. As Aafrin struggles to contain him, he discovers the truth is darker and more dangerous than he knew.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 3: White Gods
2016-03-27

Aafrin's troubles deepen as his personal and political worlds collide, while Ralph needs to befriend the slippery but powerful Mahrajah of Patiala and his mistress Sirene.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 4: The Empty Chair
2016-04-03

A fashion show at the club ends with a horrifying attack on one of the guests. Ralph plays detective to find the culpit, but the truth is worse than he could have imagined.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 5: Hide and Seek
2016-04-10

Lord Hawthorne orders the police to arrest Adam and Ralph uncovers a shocking family secret. Alice decides to take a stand against her husband, and an earthquake hits Simla.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 6: A Gift for the King
2016-04-17

As Simla gathers to celebrate King George's Silver Jubilee, Aafrin is trapped in a nightmare - the terrorist Naresh Banerjee is plotting a bomb strike at the picnic.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 7: The Proposal
2016-04-24

The Whelan's marriage faces its darkest hour as the Maharajah and Sirene return to Simla. Knowing Ralph needs his support, the Maharajah makes him an indecent proposal.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 8: The Birthday Party
2016-05-01

Alice and Aafrin decide to flee Simla with Cynthia's help, but Charlie comes close to unveiling the truth, while Ian discovers some devastating information about Ramu Sood.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 9: Winner Takes All
2016-05-08

Ralph's life spirals out of control. The announcement of the new Viceroy leaves his ambitions in tatters, and he realises those closest have been conspiring behind his back.

Runtime: 48 min
Episode 10: Leaving Home
2016-05-15

Alice and Charlie prepare to leave India for good. Ralph and Aafri make momentous decisions about their careers. Cynthia is in a bidding war as Chotipool goes under the hammer.

Runtime: 48 min

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