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Howzat! Kerry Packer's War

Season 1
The Ashes is the pinnacle of world cricket with two old enemies, Australia and England, going head to head. This series is the story of World Series Cricket and its creator, Australian media mogul Kerry Packer, who signed up the world's greatest players and set up a parallel cricket competition. Cricket is undergoing a revolution and the cricket establishment will be brought to its knees.
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  1. S1 E1 - Part 1

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    August 18, 2012
    1 h 27 min
    13+
    In 1976 Kerry Packer declared war on the cricket establishment by secretly forming a rebel competition with the worlds best players. Packer's World Series Cricket challenged the establishment and changed public opinion.
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  2. S1 E2 - Part 2

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    August 25, 2012
    1 h 26 min
    13+
    Packer's plans for World Series Cricket are in disarray following attacks from the media, the establishment, and conflict among the players. Facing financial ruin, Packer and his team take radical steps to win over the public and players.
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Directors

Daina Reid

Producers

Jo RooneyRory Callaghan

Cast

Lachy HulmeTravis McMahonDamon Gameau

Studio

Southern Star Productions
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