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Spit MacPhee
Genre Mini-series
Written by Moya Wood
Directed by Marcus Cole
Starring John Mills
Phillip Hancock
John Bach
Elspeth Ballantyne
Rebecca Smart
Ray Meagher
Country of origin Australia
Original language(s) English
No. of episodes 4
Production
Producer(s) Noel Price
Running time 4 x 1 hours
Release
Original network Nine Network
Original release 10 May (1988-05-10) – 13 May 1988 (1988-05-13)

Spit MacPhee is an Australian mini-series that first aired in 1988. It tells a story set in the 1930s and is based on a book by the author James Aldridge. A mini-series is like a short TV show that has a limited number of episodes, usually telling one complete story.

Exploring the Story of Spit MacPhee

Spit MacPhee takes viewers back in time to the 1930s in Australia. This was a period known as the Great Depression, when many people faced tough times. The series is based on a popular novel, which means it brings a beloved book to life on screen.

Who Made Spit MacPhee?

A team of talented people worked together to create this mini-series.

  • The story was written for television by Moya Wood.
  • Marcus Cole was the director, guiding how the show looked and felt.
  • Noel Price was the producer, helping to manage the whole project.

Meet the Cast: Actors in Spit MacPhee

The series featured several well-known actors who brought the characters to life.

  • John Mills was a famous actor who played a main role.
  • Phillip Hancock also starred in the series.
  • John Bach was another important actor.
  • Elspeth Ballantyne and Rebecca Smart were part of the cast.
  • Ray Meagher, known for other Australian TV shows, also appeared.

When Did Spit MacPhee Air?

Spit MacPhee was shown on the Nine Network in Australia. It had four episodes, each lasting about one hour. The series aired over four days in May 1988:

  • It started on May 10, 1988.
  • The final episode was shown on May 13, 1988.

This mini-series offered viewers a glimpse into Australian history and the lives of people during the 1930s.

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