Soldier Soldier, the ITV military drama that first aired on 10 June 1991, has just celebrated its 35th anniversary. Despite running only until 1997, the programme launched its cast members into stardom. Set against the backdrop of the post-Cold War era, the series rarely depicted actual warfare, with much of its tension derived from training sequences and its examination of how service life affects personal relationships.
After viewing figures dropped following the departure of stars Jerome Flynn and Robson Green at the end of series five, the programme was eventually axed, with its concluding episode broadcast on 9 December 1997 after a 12-episode run. Here is what became of the show's original cast.
Miles Anderson portrayed Lieutenant Colonel Dan Fortune during the show's opening two series. Following the series, he landed prominent roles in Holby City and Ultimate Force, and has also cropped up in Hollywood blockbusters including La La Land. The 78-year-old is contentedly wed to Bella Merlin, and is father to chef Max Anderson and actor Joe Anderson.
William Gaminara featured in the programme's debut series as Major Harry 'Dickie' Bird. After leaving the series, he secured a significant role on Silent Witness, playing forensic pathologist Leo Dalton across 107 episodes. His most recent appearance was in The War Between the Land and the Sea, a Doctor Who spin-off.
David Haig started in the first series as Major Tom Cadman. Since then, he has amassed an impressive array of TV and film credits, including Four Weddings and a Funeral and Killing Eve. He is also an accomplished playwright; his most recent project was Magic, exploring the friendship between Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Harry Houdini.
Peter Flemming portrayed Lieutenant Nick Pasco during the show's first series. Later in his life, he opted to step away from acting, retraining as a clinician in the United States. He currently practises as an anaesthesiologist in Los Angeles.
