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Cobblestones (test pilot #2)

Jim recruits Harmon and Oz to cobble together a plan for a long overdue project.

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The Life of Riley

Cobblestones-Full Episode Apr 18, 2016

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Country Scholars - Etiquette

Young scholars visit Riley's Farm and learn a few things about 18th century etiquette.

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Ep 1 - Country Scholars Feb 6, 2016

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Fall Afternoon with Jim Tavaré & The Bost Family Traditions

It's a foot stompin' good time when Jim Riley is joined at the Old Wilshire packing shed by British actor, comedian and Courage cast member Jim Tavaré, his wife Laura and the Bost Family Traditions bluegrass band.

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Fall Afternoon - Tavaré Oct 1, 2015

Tavern Talk

Episode 6

Richard Hanna - Part 2

In part 2, Mr. Hanna talks with Jim more about his service in World War II, whether we should have dropped the bomb, his postwar days as a tommy gun-toting adventurer and the current threats to American freedom.

Tavern Talk

Richard Hanna - Part 2 Aug 25, 2015

Tavern Talk

Episode 6

Richard Hanna - Part 1

World War II veteran and longtime friend Richard Hanna drops by the Hawk's Head Tavern to talk with Jim about growing up during the Great Depression and his service in the war.

Tavern Talk

Richard Hanna - Part 1 Aug 5, 2015

Audience Building (Again)

I’ve pondered this outloud on a few occasions (here, here, here and here) for our loyal followers, and my own benefit, but the task ahead of us at Colony Bay will be to

Episode 2 — Wrapped

Well, episode #2 is now formally wrapped and in the can.  We were able to finish the scenes taking place in the governor’s house all in one day, within the home of a very gracious host.    We have high praise for our art department and wardrobe folks.   Our historic costumer stayed up sewing […]

The Earl of Halifax & John Stavers (Day 10)

A few frame-grabs from Saturday’s shoot with National Radio Talk show host Mike Gallagher playing the part of John Stavers, innkeeper of the Earl of Halifax tavern.   We also are beginning to introduce animals in this episode (sheep, horses) and we’re doing it in measured numbers until we can manage a herd.  This guy […]

A Promo Between Setups

Sometimes the light is just right and you’ve got funny guys like Daved Wilkins and Pat Finnerty around, so you just have them do a quick promo. Sorry. Apologies. Didn’t mean to hold up the shoot. You can watch it here. Bramley and Stokes Couldn’t, But You Can!            

Courage, New Hampshire — Video on Demand

Well, I have some tough roles to play today — literally.    I have to be Silas Rhodes, 18th century justice of the peace, in at least 3 scenes, so I don’t have much time to blog, but I do want you to know you can now watch “Courage” on your computer screen. Tell your […]

More Stills from Episode 2

Going to a Hanging…

Today we’re going to wander on back to the summer of 1770, and visit an era with a decidedly different system of justice.    Our story begins with two criminals, one convicted of burglary and another of counterfeiting.   Both could have resulted in a death sentence, but in many instances burglars had a “B” […]

Episode #2 — First Week of Shooting

A few more images from the first week of shooting

On The Set Day #2

Video Update: Jim Riley on the Set Day #2