Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: TVNZ 1
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.5/10
Children of the Dog Star
Overview
12 year old Gretchen comes to stay on her uncle's farm for the holidays, but shortly after her arrival strange things start to happen. Gretchen has a passion for science and a talent for all things mechanical, which is why the old brass weathervane fascinates her. But the brass daisy rod has a complex and terrifying significance, and Gretchen and her new friend Ronny discover its links with the far distant Sirius, the Dog Star.
This production, originally released in 1984, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Sci-Fi & Fantasy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.5 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Sarah Dunn
Gretchen Kierney
Jeison Wallace
Ronny Kepa
Hamish Bartle
Bevis Elliott
Roy Billing
Donald Kierney
Susan Wilson
Kathleen Kierney
Raymond Hawthorne
Herbert Mitchell
David McKenzie
Vic Mitchell
Anzac Wallace
Mataui Kepa
Seasons
Season 1
6 Episodes • Aired 1984-04-02
No season overview provided for this season.