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Play S1 E1Sons and Daughters was a Logie Award winning Australian soap opera created by Reg Watson and produced by the Reg Grundy Organisation between 1981 and 1987. The first episode aired on Monday, 18 January 1982, during the Christmas/New Year non-ratings period in Sydney and Melbourne, and the official broadcast date of the final episode was 19 August 1987, although this varied across Australia and the final episode was screened in Melbourne on Sunday 27 December 1987. There are 972 half-hour episodes but during the series' original run in Australia, later episodes were shown in an hour-long format and the first pilot episode as shown in Australia was actually a 90-minute special; subsequent screenings have seen that episode split into three half-hours.
Cast: Pat McDonald, Brian Blain, Leila Hayes
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174 episodes
1. Episode 1A chance meeting revives the link between the Hamiltons in Sydney, and the Palmers in Melbourne.CC25minJan 18, 1982
2. Episode 2John experiences a strange incident and ends up letting go of a pulley at work, which results in him being fired.CC25minJan 18, 1982
3. Episode 3Fiona helps John with taking on a new identity; Angela celebrates her birthday at a party organised by her mother.CC25minJan 18, 1982
4. Episode 4John's disappearance causes strouble at home and poses a threat to his sister's wedding.CC25minJan 19, 1982
5. Episode 5Angela's determination to keep seeing John angers her mother and alarms Fiona.CC25minJan 20, 1982
6. Episode 6John rides out hostility from Angela's mother and makes an unexpected friend at the Hamiltons.CC25minJan 21, 1982
7. Episode 7The difficulties of assuming a new identity force John to consider a return to Melbourne.CC25minJan 25, 1982
8. Episode 8A betrayal undermines John's efforts to clear his name of the murder charge.CC25minJan 26, 1982
9. Episode 9John reaches an unpleasant conclusion about the murder and tries to warn Susan.CC25minJan 27, 1982
10. Episode 10Bill takes a gamble on his mother's silence. David's father causes division amongst the wedding party.CC25minJan 28, 1982
11. Episode 11Bill's guilty conscience introduces a jarring note to the honeymoon weekend.CC25minFeb 1, 1982
12. Episode 12Wayne resents being in competition with John for his father's respect.CC25minFeb 2, 1982
13. Episode 13On a trip to Sydney, David seeks Fiona's help to find John.CC25minFeb 3, 1982
14. Episode 14A shock announcement by Patricia angers John and puts Angela in a difficult position.CC25minFeb 4, 1982
15. Episode 15Susan sees the frightening side of Bill's character.CC25minFeb 8, 1982
16. Episode 16Kevin and Lynn spend an intimate weekend together while Bill and Susan are away.CC25minFeb 9, 1982
17. Episode 17Fiona lets her temper get the better of her causing Patricia to realise the truth about John's identity.CC25minFeb 10, 1982
18. Episode 18Angela admits she has made a mistake and John's cover is threatened.CC25minFeb 11, 1982
19. Episode 19Wayne is determined to get John out of the way for good. Kevin gets a disturbing letter from Lynn.CC25minFeb 15, 1982
20. Episode 20John realises he can't hide any longer.CC25minFeb 16, 1982
21. Episode 21John's arrest forces Bill to make a major decision.CC25minFeb 17, 1982
22. Episode 22Angela is determined to go to Melbourne, but isn't prepared for her reception.CC25minFeb 18, 1982
23. Episode 23Jill gets more deeply involved with Wayne. John and Bill re-establish their friendship.CC25minFeb 22, 1982
24. Episode 24David and John are at odds over John's future, and Angela leaves home for good.CC25minFeb 23, 1982
25. Episode 25Angela is keen to start a life of her own, but doesn't count on Wayne's interference.CC25minFeb 24, 1982
26. Episode 26Patricia makes a major decision about her future.CC25minFeb 25, 1982
27. Episode 27Angela is reuinted with her real father.CC25minMar 1, 1982
28. Episode 28Fiona is unaware that Wayne's charm hides a plan to do well at her expense.CC25minMar 2, 1982
29. Episode 29Angela faces Susan's antagonism to her presence in the household.CC25minMar 3, 1982
30. Episode 30Kevin takes desperate steps to solve his problems with Lynn.CC25minMar 4, 1982
31. Episode 31Patricia's stay at "Wombai" turns sour and she arrives home in time to receive an unexpected phone call from David.CC25minMar 8, 1982
32. Episode 32David is forced to face his past while Kevin and Lynn look forward to their future together.CC25minMar 9, 1982
33. Episode 33Patricia's visit to Melbourne ends in dinner with the Palmer family.CC25minMar 10, 1982
34. Episode 34Fiona receives an unexpected visitor who revives old emotions and fears.CC25minMar 11, 1982
35. Episode 35Wayne's business and personal affairs come crashing down around him.CC25minMar 15, 1982
36. Episode 36Wayne's accident brings David and Patricia together again.CC25minMar 16, 1982
37. Episode 37Angela and John realise they still love each other and face the unpleasant consequences.CC25minMar 17, 1982
38. Episode 38David returns from Sydney and takes his dissatisfaction out on Beryl.CC25minMar 18, 1982
39. Episode 39As Wayne's affairs deteriorate help comes from an unexpected source. Beryl must cope with David's confused feelings over Patricia. John receives a surprise job offer.CC25minMar 22, 1982
40. Episode 40John is reluctant to be Kevin's best man as it will mean partnering Angela at the wedding. Jill's dedication to Wayne affects her job.CC25minMar 23, 1982
41. Episode 41The aftermath of the wedding marks a turning point in David and John's relationship.CC25minMar 24, 1982
42. Episode 42A surprise for Fiona is threatened by Scott's visit to her country property. David surprises Beryl with thoughts of moving.CC25minMar 25, 1982
43. Episode 43An impulsive move by David makes Beryl realise her troubles are far from over. Wayne becomes moodier.CC25minMar 29, 1982
44. Episode 44Fiona's relationship with Scott is affected by her newly-formed connections with Wayne.CC25minMar 30, 1982
45. Episode 45A national transport strike causes problems for both the Hamiltons and the Palmers. David is forced to make a decision about the new house.CC25minMar 31, 1982
46. Episode 46Gordon's stance over the strike causes a major rift between John and the Hamiltons.CC25minApr 1, 1982
47. Episode 47Gordon faces the violent anger of his workers. Bill Todd's trial commences. David's decision to move to Sydney gives Beryl more cause for concern.CC25minApr 5, 1982
48. Episode 48David's job offer in Sydney rekindles Beryl's old fears. The day of reckoning arrives for Bill and Susan. Wayne finds the road to recovery is not always paved with success.CC25minApr 6, 1982
49. Episode 49Patricia's request for help presents Fiona with a dilemma. Charlie pushes Patricia towards an affair with David.CC25minApr 7, 1982
50. Episode 50Patricia is shocked by the outcome of the barbeque. David and Gordon's first meeting has a less than friendly outcome.CC25minApr 8, 1982
51. Episode 51There is an unexpected arrival at Fiona's property. Wayne is depressed by Patricia's news of the family's future.CC25minApr 12, 1982
52. Episode 52An upsetting discovery by Angela mars Stevie's big day. Fiona makes one of the biggest decisions of her life.CC25minApr 13, 1982
53. Episode 53David and Patricia find themselves on opposite sides of the fence over Patricia's attempt to control the workers at Woombai. Rosie's antagonism threatens to undermine Patricia's authority.CC25minApr 14, 1982
54. Episode 54Unexpected news makes David and Patricia confront their true feelings. Kevin comes up with an ingenius solution to get around Lynn's father.CC25minApr 15, 1982
55. Episode 55News from Sydney regarding Patricia disturbs Angela deeply. Beryl plays into Patricia's hands when faced with a decision about the future.CC25minApr 19, 1982
56. Episode 56Beryl takes drastic steps to settle her fears about David and Patricia. Jill forces Wayne to face his hangups about their relationship.CC25minApr 20, 1982
57. Episode 57Beryl's arrival threatens Patricia's hopes of happiness with David. Angela tries to ignore her feelings for John as her affection for Mick grows.CC25minApr 21, 1982
58. Episode 58Patricia is determined to prevent David returning to Beryl. Jill fears for Wayne as he attempts to walk again.CC25minApr 22, 1982
59. Episode 59Patricia puts her plans for David into action. Beryl returns to Melbourne and to unexpected concerns.CC25minApr 26, 1982
60. Episode 60Fiona lets Scott influence her better judgement where Jill is concerned. Bitterness erupts at the hospital as Stevie fights for his life.CC25minApr 27, 1982
61. Episode 61John unwittingly assists Patricia in extracting a commitment from David. Mick makes a decision that shocks his friends.CC25minApr 28, 1982
62. Episode 62David's independence almost ruins Patricia's carefully- laid plans. Scott works to destroy Fiona's friendship with Jill.CC25minApr 29, 1982
63. Episode 63Angela finds separation from John unbearable and gives in to impulse. Fiona makes the hardest decision of her life.CC25minMay 3, 1982
64. Episode 64The day of final decision arrives for David. Mick loses control and lashes out.CC25minMay 4, 1982
65. Episode 65Patricia is frightened to learn how much Mick knows. David has to try to forget the ties that bind him to the past.CC25minMay 5, 1982
66. Episode 66Gordon vents his fury on Patricia. Angela is startled to find John involved with a girl who likes to get her own way.CC25minMay 6, 1982
67. Episode 67Patricia fights to regain her influence on Angela. A parting for Fiona and Jill.CC25minMay 10, 1982
68. Episode 68A careless conversation threatens to destroy relation- ships in the Palmer household. Rosie disapproves when Gordon brings a lady friend to Woombai.CC25minMay 11, 1982
69. Episode 69Patricia makes a desperate bid to keep John under her control.CC25minMay 12, 1982
70. Episode 70David gets more than he bargains for when he tackes Kevin about his moodiness.CC25minMay 13, 1982
71. Episode 71David blames Beryl for Kevin's discovery of the affair.CC25minMay 17, 1982
72. Episode 72Fiona's desire to protect David unwittingly aids Patricia's scheming.CC25minMay 18, 1982
73. Episode 73David faces up to his responsibilities as head of the house.CC25minMay 19, 1982
74. Episode 74Fiona and Patricia's temporary alliance starts to crumble.CC25minMay 20, 1982
75. Episode 75Rob tries to get David and Kevin talking again.CC25minMay 24, 1982
76. Episode 76Kevin counts the cost of leaving home.CC25minMay 25, 1982
77. Episode 77Angela is shocked by her boss's intimacy with Patricia.CC25minMay 26, 1982
78. Episode 78A showdown between John and Wayne over who's in charge at the property evolves.CC25minMay 27, 1982
79. Episode 79Gordon and David come face to face for the first time since Patricia's affair.CC25minMay 31, 1982
80. Episode 80Gordon and Patricia lay their cards on the table about the marriage breakup.CC25minJun 1, 1982
81. Episode 81Jill's amazing revelation as to Fiona's whereabouts, infuriates Wayne. Patricia meddles in John's career plans.CC25minJun 2, 1982
82. Episode 82Prue and Angela vie for John's attention. Rob is alarmed at Kevin's foolhardy speculation.CC25minJun 3, 1982
83. Episode 83Kevin's attempt to prove his independence has disastrous results.CC25minJun 7, 1982
84. Episode 84Rob's arrival at the Hamilton house gives Patricia cause for alarm. Beryl is disappointed by the reation to her good news.CC25minJun 8, 1982
85. Episode 85Patricia fights a rear guard action to save her marriage. Lynn wakes to find she is not alone in the house.CC25minJun 9, 1982
86. Episode 86Barbara and Patricia lock horns at Woombai. Lynn's warnings about Noel fall on deaf ears.CC25minJun 10, 1982
87. Episode 87Susan's blindspot about Noel puts the Palmer family in jeopardy. John's aggressive attitude shocks Rob.CC25minJun 14, 1982
88. Episode 88Wayne's damage to the Reid property horrifies Jill. Angela uses her persuasive powers to make Rob stay.CC25minJun 15, 1982
89. Episode 89Wayne's negligence has disastrous effects on the Woombai project. Fiona and Patricia are forced to conceal their enmity when a close friend arrives.CC25minJun 16, 1982
90. Episode 90The Hamilton's empire is on the verge of collapse and its fate lies in the hands of one person.CC25minJun 17, 1982
91. Episode 91Fiona is reluctant to shatter a dying friend's illusions. David consoles Lynn in her dilemma.CC25minJun 21, 1982
92. Episode 92Wayne's rejection of Jill's confession has bitter consequences. David and Beryl's happiness is rocked by Angela's bombshell.CC25minJun 22, 1982
93. Episode 93Fiona's threats to reveal Patricia's past are foiled. Noel's scheming causes Susan distress.CC25minJun 23, 1982
94. Episode 94Kevin's journalistic ambition endangers the Palmer family. Wayne's presumptuous attitudes have a drastic effect on Patricia.CC25minJun 24, 1982
95. Episode 95Jill is shattered by Fiona's cold-hearted attitude. A threat of violence disrupts the Palmer household.CC25minJun 28, 1982
96. Episode 96Fiona and Patricia are forced into an alliance at the reading of the Will. Rob is reluctant to reveal his true feelings to Angela.CC25minJun 29, 1982
97. Episode 97Beryl vents her anger on John and tells him a few home truths. Wayne arrives home and finds an unwanted guest.CC25minJun 30, 1982
98. Episode 98John is forced to make a decision as to where his loyalties lie. Patricia offers David the chance of a lifetime.CC25minJul 1, 1982
99. Episode 99Noel's fiery temper lands Kevin in hot water. Fiona's attempt to nail Patricia backfires.CC25minJul 5, 1982
100. Episode 100John and Angela finally come to an understanding on Prue. Patricia reveals her secret to Charlie and their scheming brings turmoil to the Hamilton household.CC25minJul 6, 1982
101. Episode 101Prue finds the ice on which she's treading is thinner than she thought. Noel's breaking and entering spells trouble for the Palmer family.CC25minJul 7, 1982
102. Episode 102Lynn's fears are realised when she returns home unexpectedly David's visit to Pentridge comes too late.CC25minJul 8, 1982
103. Episode 103An unexpected proposal of marriage is met with laughter. Lynn's traumatic experience teaches Kevin a lesson.CC25minJul 12, 1982
104. Episode 104Fiona is mortified by the bitterness of Angela's attack. Catastrophe strikes at the Palmer household when least expected.CC25minJul 13, 1982
105. Episode 105Gordon is furious when he discovers the identity of Woombia's new owner. Rob is hurt by Angela's heated rejection of his generous gesture.CC25minJul 14, 1982
106. Episode 106Susan's long awaited dream comes true. Angela's attitude jeopardizes the engagement. Fiona shocks Gordon with the truth about Patricia.CC25minJul 15, 1982
107. Episode 107Kevin's popularity at the school social brings turbulence into his marriage. An uninvited caller threatens Jill.CC25minJul 19, 1982
108. Episode 108Wayne bluffs his way out of a tight corner. Angela is faced with a decision which could jeopardize her engagement.CC25minJul 20, 1982
109. Episode 109Wayne accidentally stumbles on to some valuable information about Patricia. A show of affection throws Jill into emotional turmoil.CC25minJul 21, 1982
110. Episode 110Fiona is suspicious of Hal's motives. John fears for Angela's safety.CC25minJul 22, 1982
111. Episode 111Beryl receives some distressing news from Sydney. Rivalry between Gordon and David over Angela's wedding ends in a bitter confrontation.CC25minJul 26, 1982
112. Episode 112There's a reversal of fortune for the Palmer family and mystery surrounds the identity of Fiona's visitor.CC25minJul 27, 1982
113. Episode 113An unexpected offer of employment brings Paul closer to the Hamilton's than he intended.CC25minJul 28, 1982
114. Episode 114Angela and Rob's plans for the future are foiled by an untimely arrival. Wayne's not too subtle scheming meets with disapproval.CC25minJul 29, 1982
115. Episode 115Patricia and Gordon's marriage is threatened by accusations of distrust.CC25minAug 2, 1982
116. Episode 116Patricia's arrival in Melbourne throws Angela and Rob's wedding arrangements into turmoil.CC25minAug 3, 1982
117. Episode 117Fiona is astounded to learn the truth about Paul. Conflict arises between David and Beryl over Patricia's ultimatum.CC25minAug 4, 1982
118. Episode 118Divided feelings create an emotional crisis for Angela.CC25minAug 5, 1982
119. Episode 119Rosie bears the brunt of Patricia's viciousness.CC25minAug 9, 1982
120. Episode 120There's a tender moment between Kevin and Lynn as they resolve their differences.CC25minAug 10, 1982
121. Episode 121John is shattered when he overhears a private conversation. Patricia undertakes to humiliate Barbara.CC25minAug 11, 1982
122. Episode 122An emotional milestone for David and John heralds a new understanding.CC25minAug 12, 1982
123. Episode 123An emergency causes Beryl to postpone her departure for Sydney.CC25minAug 16, 1982
124. Episode 124A happy event is marred by an unexpected tragedy.CC25minAug 17, 1982
125. Episode 125Patricia is devastated when she discovers Paul's true identity.CC25minAug 18, 1982
126. Episode 126A catastrophe strikes David when he returns to Melbourne.CC25minAug 19, 1982
127. Episode 127Angela and Rob's honeymoon happiness is shattered by an emotional crisis.CC25minAug 23, 1982
128. Episode 128Tragedy in the Palmer family heals the rift between David and Kevin.CC25minAug 24, 1982
129. Episode 129Beryl makes a final decision about her marriage.CC25minAug 25, 1982
130. Episode 130It's an embarrassing moment for Patricia when Paul confronts her with the truth.CC25minAug 26, 1982
131. Episode 131Patricia ropes Angela into a scheme to influence Paul.CC25minAug 30, 1982
132. Episode 132Paul reaches a crucial decision. John takes a gamble on changing Beryl's mind.CC25minAug 31, 1982
133. Episode 133Jill's proposed visit to Melbourne creates conflict between Kevin and Lynn.CC25minSep 1, 1982
134. Episode 134Trouble at the truck depot puts David's job on the line.CC25minSep 2, 1982
135. Episode 135Patricia's evil scheme pays off when she sees the rift in Angela and Rob's marriage.CC25minSep 6, 1982
136. Episode 136John is foiled by the new love of his life. Patricia sees Angela and Rob's problems as a perfect excuse to see David.CC25minSep 7, 1982
137. Episode 137An outing for the Palmers and Jill is sensationally interrupted.CC25minSep 8, 1982
138. Episode 138There is pandemonium in the Palmer household as it awaits the arrival of the baby. David realises the hell through which Beryl has gone.CC25minSep 9, 1982
139. Episode 139The opening of Fiona's riding school at Woombai is jarred by conflict. Beryl proves she is quite an enigma.CC25minSep 13, 1982
140. Episode 140John discovers the truth about Di. Angela finds she can't cope with her feelings for Paul.CC25minSep 14, 1982
141. Episode 141A reunion for Rosie with her granddaughter is traumatic. Angela makes a decision about her marriage to Rob.CC25minSep 15, 1982
142. Episode 142Patricia is forced to change her tactics when she is cornered by Rob.CC25minSep 16, 1982
143. Episode 143Beryl unwittingly helps Patricia's longstanding scheme.CC25minSep 20, 1982
144. Episode 144Gayle makes a decision about her future. There's a surprise for Rob when he reaches Melbourne.CC25minSep 21, 1982
145. Episode 145Patricia is horrified when Beryl confronts her with the news from Melbourne.CC25minSep 22, 1982
146. Episode 146Patricia launches a desperate bid for David's affections.CC25minSep 23, 1982
147. Episode 147Bitter allegations are hurled when David and Kevin clash.CC25minSep 27, 1982
148. Episode 148Gordon plays into Patricia's hands by issuing a fiery ultimatum.CC25minSep 28, 1982
149. Episode 149John pops a unexpected question. A flirtatious game of Gayle's backfires with terrible consequences.CC25minSep 29, 1982
150. Episode 150Patricia involves a confused John in her predicament with Gordon.CC25minSep 30, 1982
151. Episode 151John gambles with his and Di's future. Paul is forced to use bribery to gain an admission from Wayne.CC25minOct 4, 1982
152. Episode 152Kevin unwittingly creates a stumbling block for Beryl when she pays a visit on David.CC25minOct 5, 1982
153. Episode 153Hal makes John an offer he can't refuse. David and Beryl face the task of trying to repair their marriage.CC25minOct 6, 1982
154. Episode 154Rosie proves she's unable to forgive Wayne. Beryl and Hal cement their friendship.CC25minOct 7, 1982
155. Episode 155David is shocked to discover the identity of his new boss at the truck depot.CC25minOct 11, 1982
156. Episode 156Paul's popularity creates bitter feelings for Wayne. Faced with a harrowing situation, Hal turns to Beryl for support.CC25minOct 12, 1982
157. Episode 157Patricia's successful solution to John and David's work problems draws the three closer together.CC25minOct 13, 1982
158. Episode 158Tragedy strikes for Hal when he reaches his lowest ebb.CC25minOct 14, 1982
159. Episode 159Patricia persuades David to make an important confession to his family.CC25minOct 18, 1982
160. Episode 160A letter from an old friend disturbs Rob. Paul finds there is no easy solution to the mess he's created.CC25minOct 19, 1982
161. Episode 161Disturbing news from Angela places a further strain on Rob.CC25minOct 20, 1982
162. Episode 162Serious accusations are hurled when David and Patricia argue.CC25minOct 21, 1982
163. Episode 163Rosie's suggestion provides Paul and Gordon with the impetus to engage in a secret venture. Fiona plays the good samaritan to a lone mother.CC25minOct 25, 1982
164. Episode 164David's trip to Sydney brings a nostalgic moment. A confession from Rob upsets Angela.CC25minOct 26, 1982
165. Episode 165Devastation looms for Patricia following yet another argument with Kevin.CC25minOct 27, 1982
166. Episode 166Fiona interferes when she realizes the consequences of Paul and Gayle's relationship. Angela discovers she was led to believe a lie.CC25minOct 28, 1982
167. Episode 167Patricia lashes out in revenge with a possibly disastrous threat for David.CC25minNov 1, 1982
168. Episode 168Angela's trip to Sydney turns nightmarish when she's suddenly lumped with a bundle of problems.CC25minNov 2, 1982
169. Episode 169Disturbing news from Fiona adds another twist to Rob's predicament. John finds himself caught in an emotional bind inflicted by Patricia.CC25minNov 3, 1982
170. Episode 170Gordon pops an unexpected question when Barbara comes to dinner. Lynn feels trapped when she witnesses Beryl's new-found independenceCC25minNov 4, 1982
171. Episode 171Alarming news from Jill forces Rob to tell Angela his secret. Paul is embarrassed by Gayle's recklessness.CC25minNov 8, 1982
172. Episode 172An achievement of Lynn's meets with disapproval in the Palmer household. Paul reaches a crucial decision.CC25minNov 9, 1982
173. Episode 173Angela proves she won't budge in her attitude towards Patricia. Jill becomes aware of Fiona's possessiveness and tries to snap her out of it.CC25minNov 10, 1982
174. Episode 174Patricia delivers an ultimatum which has David reeling, but he's forced to cover his emotions at John and Angela's 21st birthday party.CC25minNov 11, 1982
Sons and Daughters
★ 7.0/1019826 seasons972 episodesEnded
Sons and Daughters was a Logie Award winning Australian soap opera created by Reg Watson and produced by the Reg Grundy Organisation between 1981 and 1987. The first episode aired on Monday, 18 January 1982, during the Christmas/New Year non-ratings period in Sydney and Melbourne, and the official broadcast date of the final episode was 19 August 1987, although this varied across Australia and the final episode was screened in Melbourne on Sunday 27 December 1987. There are 972 half-hour episodes but during the series' original run in Australia, later episodes were shown in an hour-long format and the first pilot episode as shown in Australia was actually a 90-minute special; subsequent screenings have seen that episode split into three half-hours.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Reg Watson
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
