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Taurus Rising

Produced by the Grundy Organisation

Producers: Philip East
Directors: Pino Amenta, Gary Conway, Igor Auzins, Marcus Cole
Writers: Reg Watson, Chris McCourt, Denise Morgan, Michael Brindley
Original Music: Garry McDonald, Laurie Stone

Aired: July 27 - Dec 17, 1982 (Nine)

A short-lived drama series about two feuding wealthy families, the Brents and the Drysdales. Intended as a local alternative to such American series as Dallas and Dynasty, Taurus Rising proved unpopular and was cancelled after only 21 episodes.

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