In 1620s London, young Scottish nobleman Nigel Olifaunt travels to the English court to recover money owed by King James VI and I. Seeking to save his mortgaged estate, Nigel becomes entangled in courtly intrigue, dangerous rivalries, and the schemes of powerful nobles. When he makes an enemy of the dissolute Lord Dalgarno, the young lord finds himself forced into hiding among London's underworld, fighting for survival and honour.
| Created By | Alexander Baron | |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Ended | |
| Original Name | The Fortunes of Nigel | |
| First Air Date | February 24, 1974 | |
| Last Air Date | March 24, 1974 | |
| Seasons | 1 | |
| Episodes | 5 | |
| Episode Runtime | 55min | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | United Kingdom | |
| Production Companies | BBCABC Signature UK20th Century Fox Television | |
| Networks | BBC One | |