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The Potato Factory

2000Show1 season2 episodes

Drama
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.2

Summary

The Potato Factory tells the story of three strong-willed people battling against a background of hardship and poverty to escape a past that tries to catch up with them. Based on the best-selling novel by iconic Australian author Bryce Courtenay.

Good for

  • Binge-friendly
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

6 of 6 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Robert Marchand
Written by
Alan Seymour, Bryce Courtenay
Produced by
Anthony Buckley
Music by
Carl Vine

Everyone

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Facts

July 17, 2000 · July 18, 2000 · Ended

First aired
July 17, 2000
Last aired
July 18, 2000
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 2 episodes
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Australia
Keywords
based on novel or book

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Potato Factory worth watching?"

Questions about The Potato Factory

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Potato Factory worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 6.2).

Is The Potato Factory plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Potato Factory good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.