TV series
Children of the Dog Star
1984, English, on TVNZ 1.
12 year old Gretchen comes to stay on her uncle's farm for the holidays, but shortly after her arrival strange things start to happen. Gretchen has a passion for science and a talent for all things mechanical, which is why the old brass weathervane fascinates her. But the brass daisy rod has a complex and terrifying significance, and Gretchen and her new friend Ronny discover its links with the far distant Sirius, the Dog Star.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Status
- Ended in 1984
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Aired 7 May 1984
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Details
- First aired
- 2 April 1984
- Last aired
- 7 May 1984
- Network
- TVNZ 1
- Language
- English
- Country
- New Zealand
- Type
- Scripted
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Children of the Dog Star: quick answers
Is Children of the Dog Star worth watching?
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How many seasons of Children of the Dog Star are there?
Children of the Dog Star has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 24 minutes each.
Is Children of the Dog Star finished?
Yes. Children of the Dog Star ended in 1984, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Children of the Dog Star on?
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Children of the Dog Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Children of the Dog Star?
If you liked Children of the Dog Star, try Tales from the Loop, Humans, NOS4A2.