Floodtide
Ex-pat British doctor Thomas Ramsey lives a quiet life in a Normandy fishing village. When his old friend—British Defence Secretary Exton Waite—dies from a secret cocaine overdose, Ramsey launches a private pursuit against a ruthless European drug smuggling cartel. Ramsey’s hunt for cartel leader Lambert spans the coast of Normandy, London, the North West of England, and the French countryside, putting him at odds with both the drug network and police surveillance.
Cast: Philip Sayer, John Benfield, Georges Trillat
7 episodes
- 1. One: The CallExton Waite, A British member of Parliment and an old friend of Ramsey's dies from a supposed heart attack while taking cocaine, the reason for his death is kept secret. His body is found by his 24 year old daughter Tessa, a few days later she goes to France to ask Ramsey for help. While there she is followed by a mysterious man who later follows both of them back to England. Ramsey later meets Exton's lover Isobel who lets him know about what really killed Exton Waite.15CC52minJun 14, 1987
- 2. Two: ObservationsThis episode of the serial begins with Ramsy talking to Exton's daughter Tessa to try to explain the reasons behind her father's cocaine addiction death. Later Ramsey goes back to his hotel and is shocked to discover from P.F. (the owner) that Ramsey is been followed by Police everywhere.15CC51minJun 21, 1987
- 3. Three: Words of WarningRamsey has a meeting with Kate Ross's father to talk about her death, Ramsey finds out from him that she was also taking heroin.15CC52minJun 26, 1987
- 4. Four: The TrailTo get rid of the man who is following him, Ramsey 'phones the police and tells them that the man in the car outside is exposing himself to every woman who passes by. The police arrive and Ramsey makes his escape to another hotel.15CC52minJul 5, 1987
- 5. Five: The CatchNow a target of "The Frenchman", Ramdsey sends Tessa to France to live with girlfriend Dany. A letter Ramsey discovered leads him to Fleetwood and trawler named Jack London. However a late night search goes badly wrong.15CC51minJul 12, 1987
- 6. Six: PrisonersRamsey is held captive on the trawler, Jack London. Meanwhile, Det Inspector Brook arrives in Fleetwood, to search for Ramsey.15CC51minJul 19, 1987
- 7. Seven: SnowstormOn a remote island fort, Ramsey continues to help Tessa fight her forced heroin addiction. The crew of the Jack London get arrested for drug smuggling. With Tessa finally cured Ramsey wants to track down where she was held captive.15CC52minJul 26, 1987
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Floodtide
Ex-pat British doctor Thomas Ramsey lives a quiet life in a Normandy fishing village. When his old friend—British Defence Secretary Exton Waite—dies from a secret cocaine overdose, Ramsey launches a private pursuit against a ruthless European drug smuggling cartel. Ramsey’s hunt for cartel leader Lambert spans the coast of Normandy, London, the North West of England, and the French countryside, putting him at odds with both the drug network and police surveillance.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Ric Mellis, Tom Cotter
- Created by
- Roger Marshall
- Studio
- Granada Television
Maturity rating
15Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
