Boy in the Bush 

In the 1880s, Jack Grant, a young Englishman, has been sent by his parents to make a new life in the pioneering colony of Western Australia.

Stars:

Kenneth Branagh, Sigrid Thornton, Steve Bisley

Cast

Series cast summary:
Kenneth Branagh	...	Jack Grant unknown episodes

Storyline

In the 1880s, Jack Grant, a young Englishman, has been sent by his parents to make a new life in the pioneering colony of Western Australia. When he arrives, he is met at the dock by Mr. George, who introduces him to his mother's relatives. Jack's life is to be full of adventures, including taming horses and fighting kangaroos. Jack also competes for the love of two cousins.

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Plot Keywords:

australian | aboriginal | australian aboriginal | tv mini series | based on novel | 

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Genres:

Adventure | Drama | History | Romance

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Details

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

11 March 1984 (Australia)

Also Known As:

Egy fiú a vadonban

Filming Locations:

Frenchs Forest, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Company Credits

Production Co:

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Portman Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

240 min (2 episodes) 60 min (4 episodes)

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

First lead acting role of Sir Kenneth Branagh (Jack Grant).

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Connections

Referenced in Rabbit-Proof Fence: Cast and Crew Interviews (2002)

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