The Beachcombers (1972–1990)

The adventures of a professional lumber salvager and his friends in Gibsons, British Columbia, Canada.

Creators:

Marc Strange, Susan Strange

Stars:

Bruno Gerussi, Robert Clothier, Pat John

1 win & 4 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Bruno Gerussi	...	Nick Adonidas (210 episodes, 1972-1990)
Robert Clothier	...	Relic (210 episodes, 1972-1990)
Pat John	...	Jesse Jim (189 episodes, 1972-1990)
Joe Austin	...	Captain Jack O'Gorman (148 episodes, 1972-1990)
Jackson Davies	...	Constable John Constable (106 episodes, 1975-1990)
Rae Brown	...	Molly Carmody (101 episodes, 1972-1986)
Charlene Aleck	...	Sara Jim (93 episodes, 1976-1990)
Marianne Jones	...	Laurel (89 episodes, 1982-1990)
Cory Douglas	...	Tommy (89 episodes, 1982-1990)
Dion Luther	...	Pat O'Gorman (87 episodes, 1979-1990)

Storyline

This series chronicles the adventures of a professional lumber salvager and his friends in British Columbia, Canada as they try to live their lives while preventing the local pest, Relic, from ruining it.

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Plot Keywords:

lumber | british columbia | famous opening theme | logging | small business | 

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Genres:

Adventure | Comedy

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Details

Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Release Date:

1 October 1972 (Canada)

Also Known As:

Beachcombers

Filming Locations:

Gibsons, British Columbia, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min 30 min (370 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Budget cuts also scuttled a planned revival of the series in the early 2000s, though a TV movie sequel (albeit with only a few original cast members since Gerussi and Clothier had long since died) was made in 2002.

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Connections

Spin-off Constable Constable (1985)

User Reviews

Holy mohly! Take me back to ages 4 through 8!!!

I almost can't believe it! I haven't seen hide nor hair about this show since my family departed Erie,Pennsylvania in Jan. of 1977!! When I was in the above listed ages,I'd watch this show every once in awhile on Channel 11 out of Ontario. I had no idea what a "Beachcomber" was but I had a feeling it had something to do with the characters I saw.

I remember the wonderful outdoors/on the water scenes,I looked on in young curiosity as these "good guys" took it upon themselves to make their little part of the world better. Heck,I even remember seeing the commercials.

Wow,17 years! The last time a live action American show ran that long was Gunsmoke! These days,quality shows,like this one,are yanked after a few weeks if they garner no ratings! Only "The Simpsons" has run 17 seasons here lately!

It's always sad to read about those you watched on TV,in movies or whose music you listened too,having passed on. The good thing though,you always have the memories. I gladly rate this show 10 stars and recommend to anyone reading....if you get a chance to see it somehow,I 100% guarantee it's worth your while. It'll make you feel as good as a Gordon Lightfoot album (or CD) He's my favorite Canadian by the way! . (END)