Series synopsis
A Place to Call Home is an Australian drama soap television series that premiered on Seven Network on April 28, 2013. It ended on October 21, 2018. It was created by Bevan Lee. It stars Marta Dusseldorp, Noni Hazlehurst, Brett Climo and Craig Hall.
A mysterious woman is perched between the harsh legacy of World War II and the hope of a new life in Australia. A sweeping romantic drama set in 1950s rural Australia following the lives of the Blighs, a wealthy and complicated pastoralist family, who lives in Inverness, NSW.
Premise
A mysterious woman is perched between the harsh legacy of World War II and the hope of a new life in Australia. A sweeping romantic drama set in 1950s rural Australia following the lives of the Blighs, a wealthy and complicated pastoralist family, who lives in Inverness, NSW.
Premise: Some obligations can't be passed on.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Marta Dusseldorp as Sarah Adams
- Noni Hazlehurst as Elizabeth Bligh
- Brett Climo as George Bligh
- Craig Hall as Jack Duncan
- David Berry as James Bligh
- Arianwen Parkes-Lockwood as Olivia Bligh
- Abby Earl as Anna Bligh
- Aldo Mignone as Gino Poletti
Supporting cast
- Sara Wiseman as Carolyn Duncan
- Tim Draxl as Dr. Henry Fox
- Deborah Kennedy as Doris Collins
- Dominic Allburn as Harry Polson
- Frankie J. Holden as Roy Briggs
- Jenni Baird as Regina Standish
Guest cast
- Christian Manon as Louise Roche
- Amanda Benson as Margaret
- Lauren Richardson as Lynette
- Shalane Connors as Dotti Tait
- Jesse Rowles as Gestapo Officer
- Milly Alcock as Emma Carvolth
- Nick Wright as Ambulance Man
- Gregg Arthur as Singer
- Jacqueline Marriott as Swanson Maid
Episodes
This series spans 7 seasons with 71 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 4 | September 13, 2015 | August 19, 2018 |
| Season 1 | 13 | April 28, 2013 | July 21, 2013 |
| Season 2 | 10 | May 11, 2014 | July 13, 2014 |
| Season 3 | 10 | September 27, 2015 | November 29, 2015 |
| Season 4 | 12 | September 11, 2016 | November 27, 2016 |
| Season 5 | 12 | October 8, 2017 | December 24, 2017 |
| Season 6 | 10 | August 19, 2018 | October 21, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Series 2 Episode 10 - Unforgettable - Alternate Ending Olivia tells Andrew they can no longer be friends and reassures James of her love for him. Anna and Gino's honeymoon is tainted when Andrew arrives with a letter revealing the truth about Olivia's child. George informs his family that he is leaving Ash Park, but after consideration, Elizabeth signs the estate over to her son. Regina attempts, albeit unsuccessfully, to become the mistress of the estate. Sarah informs René that she will always love him. Jack proposes to Carolyn. Elizabeth leaves Ash Park, determined to discover who her true self really is. Due to the recommissioning of the series, this episode features the original cliffhanger ending, setting up the third season. |
September 13, 2015 |
| 2 |
An Audience With A Place To Call Home Before the new season sit down with Noni Hazlehurst, Marta Dusseldorp, Brett Climo, and the rest of the cast of A Place To Call Home. Hosted by Simon Burke |
September 20, 2015 |
| 3 |
The Story So Far Including behind the scenes footage and cast interviews, host Abby Earl presents some of the series most memorable moments and gives you a sneak peek at the new season. |
September 7, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Prodigal Daughter Returning to Sydney after twenty years in Europe, nurse Sarah Adams becomes entangled in the lives of wealthy Australian pastoralist family, the Blighs. |
April 28, 2013 |
| 2 |
The Welcome Mat Anna is thrown from her horse. Whilst Anna is okay, the horse is not – and Sarah is forced to put the stallion down. |
May 5, 2013 |
| 3 |
Truth Will Out James hides in a lie, blaming the suicide attempt on unrequited love for an unsuitable woman in England. |
May 12, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
No Secrets, Ever Jack is not happy with Carolyn for having kept secret that they have a daughter. Sarah and Anna start their trial periods in their new homes. |
May 11, 2014 |
| 2 |
I Believe Following Bert's death and its subsequent cover-up, those involved look for inner peace. Sarah battles her own inner demons aware that Colin's suffering is tenfold. |
May 18, 2014 |
| 3 |
A Kiss to Build a Dream On As Sarah and George are about to host their engagement party, Sarah confides to her Aunt Peg her darkest secret. Elizabeth needs Prudence's help in her vendetta against Sarah. |
May 25, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Things We Do for Love Sarah chooses to stay with George rather than Ren after the shooting. Regina threatens Sarah's future and George's condition endangers Elizabeth's health. Anna and Gino's honeymoon is clouded by the contents of Swanson's letter and Sarah tells Jack a secret. |
September 27, 2015 |
| 2 |
L'chaim, to Life George chooses a new career which suits Regina's plans. Tension at Ash Park increases as Gino's disgust at James' nature becomes obvious. Sarah remembers her shocking past and, after Rene retreats into mental despair, she makes a heartbreaking decision. |
October 4, 2015 |
| 3 |
Somewhere Beyond the Sea Elizabeth's desire to make her life meaningful finds her meeting a charming gentleman. Gino outlines his dream to Anna of becoming a successful wine maker, and a charismatic painter comes to Ash Park and develops a rapport with Olivia. Sarah is in Sydney, on a quest to find a doctor who will terminate her pregnancy, keeps the truth from Aunt Peg |
October 11, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Nagging Doubt The death of a local schoolteacher leads Sarah to a shocking discovery. Elizabeth's new attitude toward life stuns the family. George takes charge of James and Olivia's separation as they struggle to move on with their new lives. |
September 11, 2016 |
| 2 |
Bad in a Good Way As Sarah faces Sgt. Taylor's strong suspicion that she murdered Milly, Regina weaves another web to keep George trapped. James is rattled a confession from Olivia. |
September 18, 2016 |
| 3 |
When You're Smiling When Sarah and Roy go to Sydney to deal with Sgt. Taylor's accusation, Sarah finds more than she bargained for. Henry's confession forces James to sort out his true feelings. |
September 25, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Own Worst Enemy ANZAC Day, 1958. Sarah and Henry clash when an Aboriginal patient named Frank Gibbs brings out the hidden prejudice in society. Elizabeth's life in the city is turned upside down when Douglas begins coughing up blood. Anna finally accepts her divorce from Gino by refusing to let their story influence her next book. George visits Regina in the mental asylum and is offered a divorce. Leah, a local Jewish teenager, runs away with her non-Jewish boyfriend, Larry. Henry takes his frustration of James' absence on others. Jack realises that Carolyn is missing life in the city. |
October 8, 2017 |
| 2 |
Fallout Sarah and George continue their difficult conversation about religion. Anna is sabotaging her writing career yet again while dealing with the attentions of her publisher. |
October 15, 2017 |
| 3 |
All That Glitters Two months have passed. George meets with a rabbi in the city to discuss the process of conversion. Carolyn clocks Jack’s reluctance to change but busies herself advocating for Frank’s art. |
October 22, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
For Better or Worse Sarah and George's wonderful news signals the beginning of a new era at Ash Park. James' return rattles Henry. |
August 19, 2018 |
| 2 |
Salt of the Earth Sarah supports a heartbroken Roy in the aftermath of Dawn and the baby’s death. Stan’s harsh attack forces Elizabeth to question her place in the family. Henry’s life is changed forever. |
August 26, 2018 |
| 3 |
Darkness and Light Dawn’s funeral brings healing for some, while the consequences of Henry’s accident brings soul-searching for others. |
September 2, 2018 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Seven Network |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 28, 2013 |
| Last aired | October 21, 2018 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 20:30:00 |