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The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years

1996Movie2 h 58 min

DramaRomance
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2

Summary

At the height of WWII and ten years after their union in Matlock Island, Father Ralph reunites with Meggie who faces a deep crisis. Now, he must make up his mind, as the burden of choice is insufferable. Will he risk it all for love?

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
Kevin James Dobson
Written by
David Stevens
Music by
Garry McDonald, Laurie Stone

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Facts

February 11, 1996 · 2 h 58 min · Drama, Romance

Released
February 11, 1996
Runtime
2 h 58 min
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
Australia, United States

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years worth watching?"

Questions about The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 6.2).

Is The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.