The Patchwork Hero Explained

Creator:Michael Noonan
Based On:The Patchwork Hero novel by
Screenplay:Michael Noonan
Country:Australia
Language:English
Num Seasons:1
Num Episodes:6
Cinematography:Chris Davis
Runtime:30 minutes
Network:ABC

The Patchwork Hero is an Australian television series that aired on ABC in 1981. First shown in a children's time slot it was repeated later in the year in a family slot. It starred Steve Bisley and Damon Herriman. The series won a Sammy Award for Best children's series.[1]

Synopsis

Hardy idolises his sea captain father. Over time he comes to realise he is human.

Cast

Production

The series was an adaptation of Michael Noonan's novel The Patchwork Hero created by the ABC Children's Drama Unit in November 1980. It was filmed on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula.

Notes and References

  1. News: Australian film and TV awards . . 55 . ((16,766)) . Australian Capital Territory . 22 August 1981 . 4 June 2022 . 7 . National Library of Australia.