Kairākau

Kairākau II

2022 · 6 episodes · 2h 35m in all

Set in pre-colonial Aotearoa, we see the lives of three prominent chiefs doing whatever it takes to keep their people safe and maintain their chiefly honour.

Episodes

1. 1

   1. Episode 1

   7 Apr 2022 · 26 min

   Early 20th Century Aotearoa, land and resources are scarce. To secure peace for his tribe, Ngāti Awa Chief Te Ramaapakura anticipates an impending invasion by issuing a challenge to his enemy.

2. 2

   2. Episode 2

   14 Apr 2022 · 26 min

   An unwelcome stranger crosses a tribal boundary forcing Ngāti Rangitihi Chief Tionga to react with caution to a possible alliance between bordering tribes.

3. 3

   3. Episode 3

   21 Apr 2022 · 26 min

   Uncertainty prevails after a failed attempt on Chief Te Ramaapakura’s life. Ruamahu settles into life with Te Ao and is overwhelmed when she receives an unearthly gift.

4. 4

   4. Episode 4

   28 Apr 2022 · 25 min

   A grief stricken Te Ramaapakura ventures into unknown territory. Tionga faces the loss of one of his own while Te Purewa waits for the signal of war from Te Rehu o Tainui.

5. 5

   5. Episode 5

   5 May 2022 · 26 min

   Te Purewa declares war while Ruamahu is consumed by revenge. Te Huru’s loyalty is questioned and Tionga is lured into a trap.

6. 6

   6. Episode 6

   12 May 2022 · 26 min

   Ruamahu settles the score as the battle at Pukekaikāhu erupts. Mokonuiārangi must choose between securing peace for his people or all out war.