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Barrier Reef

Series Overview

Barrier Reef was an Australian television series that was first screened in 1971. Barrier Reef centred around a group of marine biologists on board a ship called the New Endeavour, researching around the Great Barrier Reef, off Queensland, Australia. "It was the first series in the world to feature extensive colour underwater filming on location". It was also a unique location for a TV show. The Great Barrier Reef is "The only living organic collective visible from Earth's orbit."

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Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 39 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1971 – 1971

Premiered: Fri, Feb 12, 1971

Created By
Lee Robinson
John McCallum

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Nov 5, 1971

Season 1, Episode 39: “The Fence”

The Minus Five team need all their skill to locate and rescue Kip Young, who has been overcome by the energy force of a sonic fence which was laid to warn submarines approaching the Great Barrier Reef. (Final episode of the series.)

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Lee Robinson, John McCallum

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What is Barrier Reef about?

Barrier Reef was an Australian television series that was first screened in 1971. Barrier Reef centred around a group of marine biologists on board a ship called the New Endeavour, researching around the Great Barrier Reef, off Queensland, Australia. "It was the first series in the world to feature extensive colour underwater filming on location". It was also a unique location for a TV show. The Great Barrier Reef is "The only living organic collective visible from Earth's orbit."

How many seasons does Barrier Reef have?

Barrier Reef comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Barrier Reef?

Key cast members in Barrier Reef include Joe James, Harold Hopkins, Ken James, George Assang.

Who created or directed Barrier Reef?

Barrier Reef was developed and directed by Lee Robinson, John McCallum.