The Man from Snowy River (1994)
An Australian drama-western series bringing Banjo Paterson's legendary poem to life across four seasons of frontier family adventure.
The Man from Snowy River - Series Information
- Original Title: The Man from Snowy River
- First Air Year: 1994
- Last Air Year: 1998
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Western
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 60 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 4
- Number of Episodes: 65
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 23, 1994 (Germany - 12), September 23, 1994 (France - 12), September 23, 1994 (Australia - M), September 23, 1994 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: Nine Network
- Alternative Titles: Banjo Paterson's The Man from Snowy River (AU), Snowy River: The McGregor Saga (CA), Snowy River: The McGregor Saga (IE), Snowy River: The McGregor Saga (UK), Snowy River: The McGregor Saga (US), Snowy River (IR), Snowy River (GI)
- Production Companies: Nine Network Australia, Pro Films Pty. Ltd., Family Productions, Becker Entertainment
- Production Countries: Australia
The Man from Snowy River - Plot
The Man from Snowy River is an Australian television series based on Banjo Paterson's poem "The Man from Snowy River". Released in Australia as Banjo Paterson's The Man from Snowy River, the series was subsequently released in both the United States and the United Kingdom as Snowy River: The McGregor Saga. The television series has no relationship to the 1982 film The Man from Snowy River or the 1988 sequel The Man from Snowy River II. Instead, the series follows the adventures of Matt McGregor, a successful squatter, and his family. Matt is the hero immortalized in Banjo Paterson's poem "The Man from Snowy River", and the series is set 25 years after his famous ride.
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The Man from Snowy River - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Andrew Clarke
- Brett Climo
- Guy Pearce
- Sheryl Munks
- Wendy Hughes
- Ben Geurens
- Kristie Raymond
- Amanda Douge
- Joelene Crnogorac
- Rodney Bell
Writers
- Ted Roberts
- Peter A. Kinloch
- Shane Brennan
- David Phillips
- Jan Sardi
The Man from Snowy River - FAQs
Is The Man from Snowy River based on a true story?
The series is inspired by Banjo Paterson's famous 1890 poem "The Man from Snowy River," which itself drew on real Australian bush legends. The TV series is not a true story but is rooted in the folklore and pastoral culture of 19th-century Australia, set 25 years after the poem's events.
Is The Man from Snowy River connected to the 1982 film?
No. The television series has no narrative connection to the 1982 film The Man from Snowy River or its 1988 sequel. While both draw from Banjo Paterson's poem, the TV series follows an entirely different storyline centred on Matt McGregor and his family on their station.
Where can you stream The Man from Snowy River?
The Man from Snowy River is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, UP Faith & Family (via Apple TV Channel or Amazon Channel), The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Tubi TV, and Plex. It can also be purchased on Amazon Video. Availability may vary by region.
Did Guy Pearce appear in The Man from Snowy River?
Yes. Guy Pearce, who would later achieve international fame in films like L.A. Confidential and Memento, played Rob McGregor in the series. It was one of his notable early television roles before his breakthrough in Hollywood, alongside Andrew Clarke and Brett Climo.
How many seasons and episodes does the series have?
The Man from Snowy River ran for 4 seasons and 65 episodes in total. Season 1 had 13 episodes, Season 2 had 19, Season 3 had 20, and Season 4 had 13. The series aired from 1994 to 1998 on Australia's Nine Network.
What is The Man from Snowy River about?
The series follows Matt McGregor, the legendary horseman from Banjo Paterson's poem, now a prosperous squatter raising his family in the Australian high country. Set 25 years after his famous ride, the show explores frontier life, family drama, romance, and the rugged challenges of 19th-century rural Australia.
When did The Man from Snowy River first air?
The Man from Snowy River first aired on September 23, 1994, on Australia's Nine Network. It was released in the same year in Germany, France, and Spain. In the United States and United Kingdom, the series was broadcast under the title Snowy River: The McGregor Saga.
What are shows similar to The Man from Snowy River?
Fans of The Man from Snowy River may enjoy Dallas, The Last Outlaw, Gallipoli, and Police Rescue for their similar blend of period drama, frontier settings, and ensemble storytelling. Blue Water High and Oscar also share the Australian production heritage and adventurous spirit of the series.
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