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The Waltons: The Venture

on BBC Two England

A film series about a family of pioneer stock who struggle to survive during the Depression of the early 30s.
Starring Richard Thomas as John-Boy, Michael Learned as Olivia Walton, Ralph Waite as John Walton, Will Geer as Grandpa and Ellen Corby as Grandma

At last prosperity seems to be just around the corner for the Waltons. But suddenly an overwhelming disaster strikes the family...

Contributors

Based on the autobiographical novel "Spencer's Mountain" by:
Earl Hamner
Executive Producer:
Lee Rich
John-Boy Walton:
Richard Thomas
Olivia Walton:
Michael Learned
John Walton:
Ralph Waite
Grandpa:
Will Geer
Grandma:
Ellen Corby

BBC Two England

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