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The Far Country

Series Overview

Just after the second world war, an English girl from a sheltered background, Jennifer Morton, falls in love with Czech migrant Carl Zlinter. But Carl is not all that he seems and even Jennifer is not privy to his dark secret.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
Seven Network
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 2 Episodes

120 min per episode

Air Date Window

1987 – 1987

Premiered: Wed, Mar 4, 1987

Created By
Nevil ShuteNevil Shute

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Mar 5, 1987

Season 1, Episode 2: “Episode 2”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Far Country - 1989 Australian TV Promo

Type: Trailer • Published 2020-01-22

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

George T. Miller

Screenplay & Story

Peter Yeldham, Nevil Shute

Director of Photography

Ron Hagen

Producers

John Barningham, Ian Crawford, Hector Crawford, Terry Stapleton

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Nevil Shute

Department Leadership Roster

John Barningham

Producer

Donald Lindsay

Costume Design

Ron Hagen

Director of Photography

Peter Yeldham

Screenplay

George T. Miller

George T. Miller

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Far Country

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What is The Far Country about?

Just after the second world war, an English girl from a sheltered background, Jennifer Morton, falls in love with Czech migrant Carl Zlinter. But Carl is not all that he seems and even Jennifer is not privy to his dark secret.

How many seasons does The Far Country have?

The Far Country comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Far Country?

Key cast members in The Far Country include Michael York, Sigrid Thornton, Brenda Addie, Don Barker, Terry Brittingham.

Who created or directed The Far Country?

The Far Country was developed and directed by George T. Miller.