The Challenge
Series Overview
The story of the 1983 America's Cup challenge, where the Australian team financed by business tycoon Alan Bond, finally wrests the cup from the New York Yacht Club, after an unbroken 132 year winning streak.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 6 Episodes
1986 – 1987
Premiered: Mon, Dec 29, 1986
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode 6”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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John Wood
Alan Bond
Lorraine Bayly
Eileen Bond
Nicholas Hammond
Dennis Conner
Richard Moir
John Bertrand
John Diedrich
John Bertrand
Jacki Weaver
Rasa Bertrand
John Clayton
Ben Lexcen
Ray Barrett
Robert McCullough
Tim Pigott-Smith
Peter De Savary
Bartholomew John
John Langley
Joie Gregory
Judy Conner
Stephanie Lewis
Peggy McCullough
Gus Mercurio
Vic Romagna
Jeff Trueman
Johan Valentijn
Adam Bowen
Ian Howitt
Peter Phelps
Will Ballieu
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Thomson
David Phillips
Martin Armiger
Russell Boyd
Suresh Ayyar, Lindsay Frazer
Linda Agran, Matt Carroll, Greg Coote, Robert J. Loader, Tristram Miall
Department Leadership Roster
Chris Thomson
Director
David Phillips
Writer
Robert J. Loader
Producer
Tristram Miall
Producer
Martin Armiger
Original Music Composer
Russell Boyd
Director of Photography
Suresh Ayyar
Editor
Lindsay Frazer
Editor
Lawrence Eastwood
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Challenge.
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What is The Challenge about?
The story of the 1983 America's Cup challenge, where the Australian team financed by business tycoon Alan Bond, finally wrests the cup from the New York Yacht Club, after an unbroken 132 year winning streak.
How many seasons does The Challenge have?
The Challenge comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Challenge?
Key cast members in The Challenge include John Wood, Lorraine Bayly, Nicholas Hammond, Richard Moir, John Diedrich.
Who created or directed The Challenge?
The Challenge was developed and directed by Chris Thomson.