Boney
Series Overview
Boney is an Australian television series produced by Fauna Productions during 1971 and 1972, featuring James Laurenson in the title role of Detective Inspector Napoleon Bonaparte. Two series, each of thirteen episodes were filmed. The series is centred on Bonaparte, a half-Australian Aboriginal character, created by Arthur Upfield, who wrote twenty nine novels about him from 1929 until his death in 1964.
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2 Seasons • 26 Episodes
60 min per episode
1972 – 1973
Premiered: Thu, Jul 27, 1972
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Season 2, Episode 13: “Boney and the Emu Man”
Synopsis: Three babies are kidnapped in a small country town - then a fourth disappears with it's mother. Boney uncovers a cult based on Aboriginal lore as the townspeople try to start a new tribe to replace those displaced by white men. Notes: Based on the novel 'Murder Must Wait'. Filmed in New South Wales.
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What is Boney about?
Boney is an Australian television series produced by Fauna Productions during 1971 and 1972, featuring James Laurenson in the title role of Detective Inspector Napoleon Bonaparte. Two series, each of thirteen episodes were filmed. The series is centred on Bonaparte, a half-Australian Aboriginal character, created by Arthur Upfield, who wrote twenty nine novels about him from 1929 until his death in 1964.
How many seasons does Boney have?
Boney comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Boney?
Key cast members in Boney include James Laurenson, Kate Fitzpatrick.
Who created or directed Boney?
Boney was developed and directed by Not specified.