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Boy in the Bush 

| Adventure, Drama, History | TV Mini-Series (1984)
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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.

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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. Written by Paul Gerard Kennedy

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Country:

Australia

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English

Release Date:

11 March 1984 (Australia) See more »

Also Known As:

Egy fiú a vadonban See more »

Filming Locations:

Frenchs Forest, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Portman Productions See more »
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(2 episodes) | (4 episodes)

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Color
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First lead acting role of Sir Kenneth Branagh (Jack Grant). See more »

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