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Shackleton

1983Show1 season4 episodes

Action & AdventureDrama
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7

Summary

In 1914, Ernest Shackleton chooses to lead a team on their famous journey aboard the Endurance. When the ship is trapped and crushed by pack-ice, Shackleton and five of his men embark on a desperate 800-mile journey from Elephant Island to South Georgia.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Cast

17 of 17 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Martyn Friend
Written by
Christopher Ralling
Produced by
John Harris
Music by
Francis Shaw

Everyone

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Facts

April 13, 1983 · May 4, 1983 · Ended

First aired
April 13, 1983
Last aired
May 4, 1983
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 4 episodes
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Action & Adventure, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States
Available in
5 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Shackleton?"

Questions about Shackleton

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Shackleton?

Prime

In the United States, Shackleton streams on Prime. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Shackleton worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71 (IMDb 7.7).

Is Shackleton okay for kids?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: its content advisories are violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Shackleton?

4 h

About 4 hours: 4 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 1983 to 1983.

Is Shackleton plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.