Grahame McLean
Director
Worzel Gummidge Down Under (1987)
Series 2
Worzel Gummidge Down Under, adapted from the books written by Barbara Euphan Todd and the children's television programme produced and broadcast in the United Kingdom named Worzel Gummidge, starring Jon Pertwee. The story continued in New Zealand when Aunt Sally was sold to a Museum owner.
Released Oct. 1, 1987
Episode 30 min
None+
Genres: Children, Comedy, Documentary, Drama, Family, Kids
Keywords: imdb.british-humor, imdb.1980s, imdb.four-word-title, imdb.scarecrow, imdb.new-zealand, imdb.character-name-in-title, tmdb.scarecrow
Network: Channel 4
Country: New Zealand
Languages:
English
S2E1 - Stage Struck
Aunt Sally is rather taken by her own skills when a touring provincial ballet company arrives in town.
Jan. 29, 1989, midnight
S2E2 - Red Sky In't Mornin'
Worzel hopes to keep out of trouble after the bad sign of a morning red sign, but Mickey and Manu soon call his help after discovering the Crowman is penniless and fending off bailiffs. Worzel, however, soon needs help of his own!
Feb. 5, 1989, midnight
S2E3 - Them Thar Hills
As Worzel's predicament continues, Mickey and Manu finally convince the Crowman to do something - and organise a scarecrow funeral. Meanwhile, the prospector puts his captive to work.
Feb. 12, 1989, midnight
S2E4 - The Beauty Contest
Aunt Sally gets wind of a local beauty contest and is determined to enter - and win! A new dress and a makeover are called for.
Feb. 19, 1989, midnight
S2E5 - Bulbous Cauliflower
Balbous Cauliflower is causing trouble when he should be minding strawberries. When the farmer has the crop treated with pesticides, Balbous takes the brunt of the gases.
Feb. 26, 1989, midnight
S2E6 - Weevily Swede
Worzel succumbs to a severe case of the green-eyed monster when one of the Crowman's greatest creations, Weevily Swede, arrives back in town after a long time away.
March 5, 1989, midnight
S2E7 - Elementary, My Dear Worty
Worzel turns detective when one of the Crowman's prized possessions disappears whilst in his care, and Worty aides as his not-quite-so-able assistant.
March 12, 1989, midnight
S2E8 - Dreams Of Avarish
Aunt Sally's greedy dreams of wealth lead Worzel, Mickey and Manu into trouble once more when she helps a waxwork pirate escape from a funfair side-show, in search of his long-buried treasure.
March 19, 1989, midnight
S2E9 - Runaway Train
Worzel and Blighty are sent away as punishment, travelling by train. After seeing members of the crew breaking for tea and cake, their attempts to get some for themselves see the train leaving the station with no staff on board!
March 26, 1989, midnight
S2E10 - Aunt Sally R.A.
After joining the Crowman at an art show, Aunt Sally is taken with the riches on offer for sale of a truly great work. Worzel, also, seeks fame and fortune - and intends to prove his own artistic talents accordingly.
April 2, 1989, midnight
S2E11 - Wattle Hearthbrush
A nearby convent presents the Crowman with a challenge: the commission of his first female scarecrow.
April 9, 1989, midnight
S2E12 - The Bestest Scarecrow
New Zealand's Governor General requires a scarecrow to prevent the eating of his beautiful lawns, so the Crowman summons all of his greatest creations to assess who is best for the job.
April 16, 1989, midnight
Network: Channel 4
Episode Runtime: 30 min.
Season Runtime: 660 min.
Released: Oct. 1, 1987
Last Air Date: April 16, 1989, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
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