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The Thorn Birds (1983)

TV Series ★ 7.2 121 min

Drama

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.

Lee Stanley Creator Carmen Culver Creator Lee Stanley Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 27, 1983
Runtime
121 min
Rating
TV-PG
IMDb
tt0085101
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Studio
, David Wolper-Stan Margulies Productions, Edward Lewis Productions

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Cast

Richard Chamberlain Richard Chamberlain Ralph de Bricassart Rachel Ward Rachel Ward Meggie Cleary Christopher Plummer Christopher Plummer Archbishop Vittorio Contini-Verchese Bryan Brown Bryan Brown Luke O'Neill Brett Cullen Brett Cullen Bob Cleary Stephanie Faracy Stephanie Faracy Judy Barry Corbin Barry Corbin Pete John de Lancie John de Lancie Alastair MacQueen Barbara Stanwyck Barbara Stanwyck Mary Carson

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Who created The Thorn Birds?
The Thorn Birds was created by Lee Stanley, Carmen Culver.
Who stars in The Thorn Birds?
The Thorn Birds stars Richard Chamberlain, Rachel Ward, Christopher Plummer, Bryan Brown.
When was The Thorn Birds released?
The Thorn Birds is a 1983 drama series.
Where can I watch The Thorn Birds?
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