Water Rats 

Beneath its surface exists a playground for the murky underworld, a place of illicit rubbish dumps. pollution hazards, the remnants of huge drug hauls, and a graveyard of bodies from years ... See full summary »

Creators:

Hal McElroy, Tony Morphett, John Hugginson

Stars:

Brett Partridge, Peter Bensley, Toni Scanlan

5 wins & 13 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Brett Partridge	...	Senior Constable Gavin 'Sykesy' Sykes / ... 177 episodes, 1996-2001
Peter Bensley	...	Chief Inspector Jeff Hawker 177 episodes, 1996-2001
Toni Scanlan	...	Senior Sergeant Helen Blakemore / ... 177 episodes, 1996-2001
Jay Laga'aia	...	Senior Constable Tommy Tavita 151 episodes, 1996-2001
Scott Burgess	...	Senior Sergeant Dave McCall 132 episodes, 1996-2000
Catherine McClements	...	Detective Senior Constable Rachel 'Goldie' Goldstein / ... 116 episodes, 1996-2000
Allison Cratchley	...	Senior Emma 'Woodsy' Woods / ... 114 episodes, 1998-2001
Colin Friels	...	Detective Senior Constable Frank Holloway 109 episodes, 1996-1999
Steve Bisley	...	Det. Sgt. Jack Christey / ... 97 episodes, 1998-2001
Raelee Hill	...	Constable Tayler Johnson 89 episodes, 1997-1999
Aaron Pedersen	...	Detective Senior Constable Michael Reilly 86 episodes, 1999-2001

Storyline

Beneath its surface exists a playground for the murky underworld, a place of illicit rubbish dumps. pollution hazards, the remnants of huge drug hauls, and a graveyard of bodies from years of suicides, accidents and murders. That's the world of the WATER RATS, and elite bunch of 70 brave men and women guarding the harbour against all the elements that threaten to foul the blue waters. With the breathtaking actions stunts, thrilling races against time, chases across both waves and wharves, intrigue mystery, triumphs, heartbreak, love, lust and laughter, WATER RATS is a compelling drama from Southern Star and the Nine Network.

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Plot Keywords:

police station | redheaded woman | name calling | euphemism | photograph | 

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Genres:

Action | Crime | Drama | Mystery

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Details

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

12 February 1996 (Australia)

Also Known As:

Brigade des mers

Filming Locations:

Manly, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Company Credits

Production Co:

Nine Network Australia,Southern Star Entertainment

Technical Specs

Runtime:

45 min (177 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Peter Phelps and Brett Partridge once entered an onion eating contest at the mallollabah tavhn. Phelps won the competition while Partridge came third.

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Quotes

Det. Sr. Constable Rachel 'Goldie' Goldstein: [Michael wants Rachel to go undercover with him at a swingers party] What, you're joking? Hawker went for it?
Det Snr Cst Michael Reilly: Well, if it's a problem, I'm sure I could get Suzi to wear a wire, and she'll come with me, but I'd prefer it if you did.
Det. Sr. Constable Rachel 'Goldie' Goldstein: Look, let's just get one this straight alright Michael? I am not taking my clothes off for anyone, alright?
Det Snr Cst Michael Reilly: Trust me.
Det. Sr. Constable Rachel 'Goldie' Goldstein: Why?
Det Snr Cst Michael Reilly: Because I need you there.
Sr. Sgt. Helen Blakemore: Right, you all set then? ... Okay you'll have Jack and McCall standing by on the Harpy, and the Nemesis for backup ...
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User Reviews

GREAT

Whenever I watch an "action-series", I always end up thinking;-Is this the way it really is? Is this how it happens? Well, probably not, but it`s entertaining, so I keep watching. "Water Rats", however is different. The events are "real", the characters are "real". I think it`s quite easy to identify yourself with the everyday problems the detectives have to deal with. I`d watch "Water Rats" rather than "NYPD Blue" anyday. I love it! It`s just GREAT!!