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TV SERIES 2015 6 SEASONS

Overview

The story of legendary safe cracker and career criminal Ted West and his firecracker of a wife, Rita. Combining real events and the rich folklore of the West family and associates, this is rollicking history, and a tempestuous romance, set at a time of great social upheaval.

This production, originally released in 2015, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy, Drama, Crime genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.8 across its 6 seasons.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Comedy and Drama.
• Produced in New Zealand.
• Original Language: English.

Starring Cast

David de Lautour

Ted West

Antonia Prebble

Rita West

Dan Musgrove

Lefty Munroe

Esther Stephens

Ngaire Munroe

Todd Emerson

Bilkey van Heeder

Pana Hema-Taylor

Bert Thompson

Xavier Horan

Phineas O'Driscoll

Sophie Hambleton

Carol O'Driscoll

Seasons

Season 1

6 Episodes • Aired 2015-05-31

This six-part series tells the story of legendary safe cracker and career criminal Ted West and his fire cracker of a wife, Rita. Combining real events and the rich folklore of the West family and associates, this is rollicking history, and a tempestuous romance, set at a time of great social upheaval.

Series 2

10 Episodes • Aired 2016-06-12

The second season is set in 1981 Auckland, where the historical drama takes Outrageous Fortune's large and loyal audience on a journey into Ted and Rita's murky past, set against a backdrop of social and economic upheaval.