Luke's Kingdom

Name: Luke's Kingdom
Released: 1976-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Oliver Tobias, James Condon, Elizabeth Crosby

TV Show · Drama · Western

In 1829, a recently widowed Englishman brings his children to New South Wales to claim land and begin a new life, only to find it already occupied. Forced to settle as squatters, the family faces mounting challenges from colonial authorities, rival settlers, and the harsh conditions of the frontier.

1976 · 52m

Starring Oliver Tobias, James Condon, Elizabeth Crosby

Director Hugh David, Peter Hammond

EPISODE 1

A Sort of Gentleman

Jason Firbeck, a retired naval lieutenant, brings his family to Australia to start a new life, where they come across a strange new world.
EPISODE 2

The Land Lovers

Jason learns that the land he supposedly owns is occupied by another. Luke and his father clash when Jason wants to go elsewhere.
EPISODE 3

The Bait

Luke takes control of the family and tries to occupy land in the wilderness, and they become technically known as squatters.
EPISODE 4

The Man From Home

After two years of being squatters, the Firebecks have established some land; an uninvited guest causes problems for Luke.
EPISODE 5

A Man Worse Than Cormac

Cormac Doyle, an Irishman, sets his sights on occupying Luke's new land, knowing that the family has no legal right to it.
EPISODE 6

A Woman Waiting

Jack Skelton, a young convict, has obtained a ticket to leave and tries to return to his wife in England, but comes across legal trouble.