Thornbirds

Thornbirds

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6x Emmy-winner epic of forbidden Australian love
Winner of six Emmys®, four Golden Globes and countless nominations, The Thorn Birds is the second-highest-rated miniseries ever. With an all-star cast, this epic drama set against the sweeping backdrop of the Australian outback tells of the taboo desires between a beautiful woman and an ambitious priest. Spanning five decades, the seductive saga is based on Colleen McCullough’s bestselling novel.
IMDb 7.9/1019832 seasons
DramaRomance
DramaRomance
IMDb 7.9/1019832 seasons
4 episodes

  • 1. Episode 1

    1. Episode 1

    Mary Carson, the owner of a large sheep ranch, becomes enamored of parish priest Ralph de Bricassart – even as he takes notice of Mary's niece Meggie Cleary.
    Mary Carson, the owner of a large sheep ranch, becomes enamored of parish priest Ralph de Bricassart – even as he takes notice of Mary's niece Meggie Cleary.
    13+
    2 h 26 min
    Mar 26, 1983
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  • 2. Episode 2

    2. Episode 2

    Although drawn to Meggie, Rev. de Bricassart leaves the parish to begin his climb in the Church hierarchy.
    Although drawn to Meggie, Rev. de Bricassart leaves the parish to begin his climb in the Church hierarchy.
    13+
    1 h 37 min
    Mar 27, 1983
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  • 3. Episode 3

    3. Episode 3

    Ordained an archbishop in Rome, Ralph is still tormented by his love for Meggie.
    Ordained an archbishop in Rome, Ralph is still tormented by his love for Meggie.
    13+
    1 h 37 min
    Mar 28, 1983
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  • 4. Episode 4

    4. Episode 4

    Years after Ralph and Meggie consummate their love, Dane, the child of that union, enters the priesthood. Meggie is embittered that both the men she loves chose the church over her.
    Years after Ralph and Meggie consummate their love, Dane, the child of that union, enters the priesthood. Meggie is embittered that both the men she loves chose the church over her.
    13+
    2 h 23 min
    Mar 29, 1983
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    Thornbirds
    DramaRomance
    IMDb 7.9/1019832 seasons
    Winner of six Emmys®, four Golden Globes and countless nominations, The Thorn Birds is the second-highest-rated miniseries ever. With an all-star cast, this epic drama set against the sweeping backdrop of the Australian outback tells of the taboo desires between a beautiful woman and an ambitious priest. Spanning five decades, the seductive saga is based on Colleen McCullough’s bestselling novel.
    Creators and Cast
    Directors
    Daryl Duke
    Producers
    Stan Margulies
    Cast
    Richard ChamberlainRachel WardJean SimmonsKen HowardMare WinninghamPiper LaurieRichard KileyEarl HollimanBryan BrownPhillip AnglimChristopher PlummerBarbara Stanwyck
    Reviews
    4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Content advisory
    13+
    violencealcohol usesmokingfoul languagesexual content
    Audio languages
    EnglishEnglish Dialogue Boost: MediumEnglish Dialogue Boost: High
    Subtitles
    English [CC]

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