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What it's about
This mini series covers 60 years in the lives of the Cleary family, brought from New Zealand to Australia to run their aunt Mary Carson's ranch. The story centers on their daughter, Meggie, and her love for the family's priest, Father Ralph de Bricassart. Meggie tries to forget Ralph by marrying dashing stockman Luke O'Neill, but she and Ralph are soon reunited, with tragic consequences for them both.
Cast and crew
Details
- Released
- 1983-03-27
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Awards
- Won 6 Primetime Emmys. 15 wins & 18 nominations total
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