The Mackinnons (1977)
Synopsis
The Mackinnons was a BBC Scotland drama series, which started in 1977. It starred Bill Simpson as the head of the Mackinnon family, a vet in the fictional Argyll town of Inverglen. It was seen as inhabiting similar terrain to Dr. Finlay's Casebook and Sutherland's Law, but was less successful.
Network
BBC One
Episodes
Whose Side Are You On?
Violence in the night occurs when new people with different attitudes threaten traditional ways in the Western Highlands.
Man From the Past
A man from the past arrives with a proposition, one that would change Margaret Mackinnon's life.
Bird of Prey
A rare bird of prey is the object of covetous eyes, but there are other and more sinister events taking place.
They Also Serve...
One has heard of a pig in a poke, but might not Attila be a bull in one?
Working Weekend
An apparently routine meeting of the Inverglen Syndicate becomes suddenly a matter of acute concern to the Laird and his son.
Money Matters
A new bank manager in Inverglen brings problems - Donald Mackinnon finds a way of solving them!
Shame the Devil
The Laird's son is charged with culpable homicide, and the evidence against him is compelling.
In the Public Interest
A businessman from the North of England plans to exploit an area of outstanding natural beauty. There is a local conflict of interest and the matter has an entirely unexpected outcome.
The Inheritance
A killer dog on the loose plus an inheritance bring problems to the inhabitants of Inverglen.
Playboy of the Western Highlands
Donald Mackinnon becomes involved in a wildlife park - and a plan to cage a husband!
The Ex Mrs. Mackinnon
Donald Mackinnon's ex wife becomes a matter of concern, and Donald blames himself.
Ruth
An Atlantic storm and an isolated farmhouse. The happenings during the few hours that follow are crucial for Donald Mackinnon - and for Ruth.
A New Life
Roger Wayman is no ordinary man and his chance visit to Inverglen seems likely to alter Donald's and Katharine's lives profoundly.
Cast
Details
Original Title
The Mackinnons
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
13