A compelling drama from the Emmy award-winning writer Jimmy McGovern, based on the founding of Sydney. In 1787 Britain banished its unwanted citizens - orphans, petty thieves, prostitutes and highwaymen - to Sydney in Australia. It was so hot, barren and hostile that very few people had ever set foot there. Yet these rejects, overseen by a small number of British officers and marines were expected to establish a colony. Somehow, in spite of famine, drought, escapes, hangings and floggings, the colony thrived.
Directed by:
Jeffrey Walker
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Daniel Percival
Cast:
Orla Brady
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Julian Rhind-Tutt
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Russell Tovey
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Joanna Vanderham
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Myanna Buring
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Ewen Bremner
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Rory McCann
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Joseph Milson
Genre:
Drama Series
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Drama
Languages:
English
Partner BBC Learning 
