Betty's Bunch facts for kids

Betty's Bunch was a short (13 episodes, ½ hour each) TV drama/adventure series from New Zealand, produced in 1989. Aimed at a young audience, the story revolved around four foster kids living with Betty. Though things are not always easy financially for the family, they keep the spirit up. Things quickly become more difficult when they attract the attention of the two thieves Arthur and The Charmer. Soon afterwards, Betty is kidnapped and her foster children are forced to search for her, as well as avoid being separated by social services.

The series was repeated on New Zealand afternoon television in 1993 and screened in the UK on Channel Four in 1994. It screened on Croatian HRT TV in 1993.

The music and memorable theme tune was performed by Dave McArtney of Hello Sailor.

Cast

• Maggie Kirkpatrick - Betty
• Paul Chubb - Arthur Quinter 'The Con'
• Ken Blackburn - The Charmer
• Anthony Samuels - Mick
• Sarah Ford - Megan
• Jessica Cardiff-Smith - Chrissie
• Clayton Spence - Billy
• Frank Fitten

Episodes