--- product_id: 64555453 title: "Joe Maddison's War [DVD]" brand: "kevin whatelyrobson green" price: "€ 22.45" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/64555453-joe-maddisons-war-dvd store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Joe Maddison's War [DVD] **Brand:** kevin whatelyrobson green **Price:** € 22.45 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Joe Maddison's War [DVD] by kevin whatelyrobson green - **How much does it cost?** € 22.45 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/64555453-joe-maddisons-war-dvd) ## Best For - kevin whatelyrobson green enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kevin whatelyrobson green brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A feature length film written by multi-award winning writer Alan Plater (Z-Cars, The Last of The British Bombshells, A Very British Coup). Set in Newcastle in 1939, Joe Maddison’s War features shipyard worker Joe who feels emasculated and past his prime; too old to serve in the war, and he’s shocked when his wife leaves him for a younger naval officer. Needing a new challenge, Joe and his friend Harry reluctantly volunteer to join the Home Guard. A decision which leads Joe on a journey of self discovery, on which he will learn lessons of heroism and friendship, and also finds love... ## Images ![Joe Maddison's War [DVD] - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71IF85YOfZL.jpg) ![Joe Maddison's War [DVD] - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81hqPIG9wzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Truly Realistic Film *by M***M on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 December 2016* Having missed this TV gem by the late, Jarrow born, Alan Plater when it was first shown on ITV, I bought the DVDand loved it. Kevin Whately ably plays the title part of Joe Maddison, a WW1 veteran coming to terms with life inWW2 and the fact that he is too old to serve, but still capable of an honest days work in the local shipyard.His wife runs off with a naval officer, his son Alan played by James Baxter is away with the RAF and he only hashis old pal Harry, Robson Green, for moral support and a new love interest played by the lovely Melanie Hill.Eventually if reluctantly, Joe joins the Home Guard and the story unfolds from there.In typical Plateresque style we have an enjoyable story of Tyneside working class solidarity, which is played wellby all of the cast.The film is set mostly in and around Newcastle and Beamish, which adds an atmosphere of reality to the setting.Well worth watching.Released on DVD in 2010Running time 85 minutes approx.Subtitled in English. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Interesting Look at the Home Guard in the North East *by O***K on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 February 2017* An interesting film looking at the experience of the Home Guard in the North East of England, where the main body of recruits were from the ship yards and related industries. Decent story line kept the film moving along and clashes of personality were all to evident as well. Good acting performances from the cast but for me the film did not grip one as I thought it should have. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Real Yorkshire of the 1940's *by M***H on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 January 2013* Joe Maddison's War, this is a true insight into life in the North East of England by the Shipyards.Every aspect of thisfilm brings the viewer 'Into' this very traditional North. Kevin Whately is able with his true Northern knowlege to bringto life the character of Joe Maddison,as do all the cast in this story. As a ninety year old ex Service man who was staionedfor several years at RAF Bases there I saw this very raw life style.And what also makes any story of the period ring true is the authentic settings and Costumes all of which in this film are asneasr perfect as is posible. This is a production of which all those involved should be very proud.Eric Frith . Malta. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/64555453-joe-maddisons-war-dvd](https://www.desertcart.be/products/64555453-joe-maddisons-war-dvd) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-05-05*