The Sailor's Return (film)

The Sailor's Return is a 1978 British television film, adapted from the 1925 novel of the same name by David Garnett. It was produced by the BBC as part of its Play of the Week series.

The film tells the story of William Targett, a Dorset sailor who returns to his home village in rural England in the mid-19th century with his African wife, Tulip. Their interracial marriage and Tulip's status as an "exotic" outsider disrupt the social dynamics of the small community, leading to prejudice, misunderstandings, and ultimately tragedy.

The adaptation features a cast of British actors and explores themes of race relations, class prejudice, and the clash between traditional rural life and the outside world. The film attempts to capture the novel's exploration of these complex themes, although critical reception has varied regarding its success in doing so.