For the Term of His Natural Life
“Justice will not be held prisoner.”
Series Overview
In 1830s England, a young man from a good but troubled family is unjustly convicted of stealing a watch. He's transported to Van Diemen's Land where he suffers under the enmity of Lt. Frere while falling in love with Sylvia, the Warden's daughter. Meanwhile, back in England, an imposter lays claim to the young man's inheritance.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
120 min per episode
1983 – 1983
Premiered: Mon, May 23, 1983
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Episode 3”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
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CLASSIC AUSTRALIAN STORIES - FOR THE TERM OF HIS NATURAL LIFE TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-02-09
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rob Stewart
Marcus Clarke, Wilton Schiller, Patricia Payne
Simon Walker
Ernie Clark
Philip Reid, Wayne Le Clos, Wayne LeClos
Wilton Schiller, Patricia Payne
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Reid
Editor
Rob Stewart
Director
Wilton Schiller
Writer
Wayne Le Clos
Editor
Ernie Clark
Director of Photography
Wayne LeClos
Editor
Wilton Schiller
Producer
Ian Jamieson
Stunt Coordinator
Patricia Payne
Writer
Patricia Payne
Producer
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What is For the Term of His Natural Life about?
In 1830s England, a young man from a good but troubled family is unjustly convicted of stealing a watch. He's transported to Van Diemen's Land where he suffers under the enmity of Lt. Frere while falling in love with Sylvia, the Warden's daughter. Meanwhile, back in England, an imposter lays claim to the young man's inheritance.
How many seasons does For the Term of His Natural Life have?
For the Term of His Natural Life comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in For the Term of His Natural Life?
Key cast members in For the Term of His Natural Life include Colin Friels, Anthony Perkins, Patrick Macnee, Samantha Eggar, Diane Cilento.
Who created or directed For the Term of His Natural Life?
For the Term of His Natural Life was developed and directed by Rob Stewart.