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800 Words

TV·2015–2018·Seven Network·Drama, Comedy, Family·1h·7.6·Created by Maxine Fleming, James Griffin

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A recently widowed father, quits his job as a popular 800 word columnist for a top selling Sydney newspaper. Over the internet he buys a house on an impulse in a remote New Zealand seaside town. He then has to break the news to his two teenage kids who just lost their mum, and now face an even more uncertain future. But the colourful and inquisitive locals ensure his dream of a fresh start does not go to plan.

Cast

Erik ThomsonErik ThomsonGeorge TurnerMelina VidlerMelina VidlerShay TurnerBenson Jack AnthonyBenson Jack AnthonyArlo TurnerAnna JullienneAnna JullienneKatie BellRick DonaldRick DonaldWoodyEmma LeonardEmma LeonardTracey DennisMichelle LangstoneMichelle LangstoneFiona McNamaraCian Elyse WhiteCian Elyse WhiteHannah Richards

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