The Thorn Birds (1983)
The Thorn Birds is a 1983 drama series created by Lee Stanley and Carmen Culver. It stars Richard Chamberlain, Rachel Ward and Christopher Plummer.
Follows the Cleary family over several decades, focusing on the central, tragic romance between Meggie and Father Ralph, who is torn between his vows and his love for her.
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What is The Thorn Birds about?
Follows the Cleary family over several decades, focusing on the central, tragic romance between Meggie and Father Ralph, who is torn between his vows and his love for her.
When was The Thorn Birds released?
The Thorn Birds was released on 27 March 1983.
How many episodes does The Thorn Birds have?
The Thorn Birds has 4 episodes across 1 seasons.
Who made The Thorn Birds?
The Thorn Birds was created by Lee Stanley and Carmen Culver.
Where can I watch The Thorn Birds?
The Thorn Birds is available on Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and Google Play Movies.
Where to watch The Thorn Birds
Cast
- Richard Chamberlain as Ralph de Bricassart
- Rachel Ward as Meggie Cleary
- Christopher Plummer as Archbishop Vittorio Contini-Verchese
- Bryan Brown as Luke O'Neill
- Brett Cullen as Bob Cleary
- Stephanie Faracy as Judy
- Barry Corbin as Pete
- John de Lancie as Alastair MacQueen
- Barbara Stanwyck as Mary Carson
- Jean Simmons as Fiona 'Fee' Cleary
- Piper Laurie as Anne Mueller
- Earl Holliman as Luddie Mueller