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Status: Ended

Network: N/A

Type: Miniseries

Rating: 0.0/10

Roses Are for the Rich

TV SERIES 1987 1 SEASON

Overview

Roses Are for the Rich is a 1987 American two-part, four-hour made-for-television drama miniseries starring Lisa Hartman, Bruce Dern, Joe Penny, Richard Masur and Howard Duff. In a small town in Appalachia, Autumn's young husband is killed in a suspicious mine explosion. She vows vengeance on mine owner Douglas Osborne and dedicates her life to destroying him, even at the cost of her own happiness. When her attempts at financial ruin fail, she manipulates Osborne into marriage by claiming she is carrying his child. After Osborne dies from cyanide poisoning, Autumn is arrested for his murder, but she professes her innocence.

This production, originally released in 1987, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 0.0 across its 1 season.

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  • • Explores themes within Drama.
  • • Produced in .
  • • Original Language: English.

Directed By

Michael Miller

Written By

Jonell Lawson, Judith Paige Mitchell

Starring Cast

Seasons

Roses Are for the Rich - Miniseries Episode Guide

Miniseries

2 Episodes • Aired 1987-05-17

A two-part miniseries based on the 1986 novel Roses Are for the Rich by Jonell Lawson. It was originally broadcast on CBS on May 17 and 19, 1987.

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