Series synopsis
The Man from Snowy River is an Australian drama western television series that premiered on Nine Network on September 23, 1994. It ended on May 24, 1998. It stars Andrew Clarke, Wendy Hughes, Brett Climo and Josh Lucas.
The Man from Snowy River is an Australian television series based on Banjo Paterson's poem "The Man from Snowy River". Released in Australia as Banjo Paterson's The Man from Snowy River, the series was subsequently released in both the United States and the United Kingdom as Snowy River: The McGregor Saga.
The television series has no relationship to the 1982 film The Man from Snowy River or the 1988 sequel The Man from Snowy River II. Instead, the series follows the adventures of Matt McGregor ...
Premise
The Man from Snowy River is an Australian television series based on Banjo Paterson's poem "The Man from Snowy River". Released in Australia as Banjo Paterson's The Man from Snowy River, the series was subsequently released in both the United States and the United Kingdom as Snowy River: The McGregor Saga.
The television series has no relationship to the 1982 film The Man from Snowy River or the 1988 sequel The Man from Snowy River II. Instead, the series follows the adventures of Matt McGregor, a successful squatter, and his family. Matt is the hero immortalized in Banjo Paterson's poem "The Man from Snowy River", and the series is set 25 years after his famous ride.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Andrew Clarke as Matt McGregor
- Wendy Hughes as Kathleen O'Neil
- Brett Climo as Colin McGregor
- Josh Lucas as Luke McGregor
- Guy Pearce as Rob McGregor
- Kristie Raymond as Danni McGregor
- Joelene Crnogorac as Danni McGregor
- Daniel Daperis as Josh Turner
Supporting cast
- Reg Evans as Jack Kelly
- Amanda Douge as Victoria Blackwood
- Rodney Bell as Frank Blackwood
- John Stanton as Oliver Blackwood
- Ben Geurens as Michael O'Neil
- Sheryl Munks as Emily McGregor
- Christopher Gabardi as Tuck
- John Lee as Mr. Halloran
- Andrew McKaige as Harry Finch
- Libby Tanner as Brodie
- Ann Burbrook as Mrs Carter
- Jared Daperis as Luke
Guest cast
- Sheryl Munks as Emily McGregor
- Christopher Gabardi as Tuck
- John Lee as Mr. Halloran
- Andrew McKaige as Harry Finch
- Libby Tanner as Brodie
- Ann Burbrook as Mrs Carter
- Jared Daperis as Luke
- Kate Atkinson as Biddie O'Brien
- Jack Finnister as Stockman 2
- Buri Cooper as Lands Inspector
- Bruce Crowl as Balmoral Stockman
- Nigel Bradshaw as Mr Pascoe
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 65 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | September 23, 1994 | November 27, 1994 |
| Season 2 | 19 | August 13, 1995 | March 10, 1996 |
| Season 3 | 20 | March 24, 1996 | August 4, 1996 |
| Season 4 | 13 | February 8, 1998 | May 24, 1998 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Race Danni McGregor secretly enters the electrifying and dangerous Snowy River cross-country race — an annual race created in honour of her father's famous ride years before. Then, a mysterious American appears, determined not only to win the race at any cost, but also to challenge Matt McGregor himself in the original death-filled ride down the mountainside. |
September 23, 1994 |
| 2 |
Pascoe's Principle Matt suggests to Jack Kelly that he work for Kathleen in exchange for food and board. Reluctantly, he agrees to do so. Jack and Kathleen argue from the start, but obviously need one another. Oliver Blackwood continues his efforts in trying to undermine Kathleen's hold on her land. Rob and Luke court danger to win Victoria's affections, chasing down a wild stallion. Matt must intervene when Danni is severely punished by the new teacher. |
September 23, 1994 |
| 3 |
Kathleen's Choice Matt McGregor finds he has a competitor for Kathleen's affections when his mate, Steve Page, arrives at Paterson's Ridge and becomes smitten with the fiery Kathleen. Kathleen's new Braham breaks loose, and she gets caught in the middle of a sudden storm looking for it. When she hasn't arrived back by nightfall, Matt rides off in search of her. Meawnile, Luke starts prospecting for gold on his father's old claim. |
September 23, 1994 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Hostage Colin speaks out against alcohol after a teenager is found drunk. The bootleggers in turn set light to the church. At the same time, Grady Hocking and his two sons, George and Greg, have come to town. |
August 13, 1995 |
| 2 |
The Savage Land Matt and Oliver become lost in the desert while returning to Paterson's Ridge from buying stock. Matt accepts the help of an Aboriginal and his wife, but Oliver refuses. |
August 20, 1995 |
| 3 |
The Railroad Poor railroad workers live in deplorable conditions, and Kathleen sets out to help them and their families. |
August 27, 1995 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Sea of Troubles Matt is held responsible by an angry landowner when the government decides to take his land to dam the valley. |
March 24, 1996 |
| 2 |
Rough Passage Kathleen has arranged to buy a new printing press from a wheeler-and-dealer in Blaine's Ravine, who tries to cheat her on the deal. Robbie and Michael outwit him. Montana Hale arrives in Patterson's Creek, complete with riding boots with spurs, American saddle, and Winchester rifle. Kathleen and Matt set a wedding date. |
March 31, 1996 |
| 3 |
The Grand Wedding Matt and Kathleen's wedding day is marked, and could be marred, by a woman who appears at the church and wants to buy a horse from Matt. Matt finds a riderless horse and goes off to investigate, without telling anyone. |
April 7, 1996 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Comeback Duncan Jones, an old friend of Rob's turns up while Rob is away. Danni is suspicious of him though as he seems nervous. The Race is being re-run and none of the McGregor's are going to be competing. |
February 8, 1998 |
| 2 |
The Grand Opening Miss Hannah Kirov opens a Russian tea room at the back of the general store to generate more income. The hotel owner though isn't happy with the business he is losing, so he cuts his prices in half. |
February 15, 1998 |
| 3 |
Black Sheep Jessie McClusky turns up in Paterson's Ridge to run the Railway Hotel. While much of the town doesn't like Jessie, it is Emily's reaction which has Colin worried. It takes a real heart-to-heart for Emily to reveal her secret. |
February 22, 1998 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Nine Network |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 23, 1994 |
| Last aired | May 24, 1998 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday |