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Short Poppies

Short Poppies

2014Ended1 Season8 Episodes6.4TMDB
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Journalist David Farrier goes on a quest to small town New Zealand to find the average Kiwi. What he finds in this mockumentary series, is a lovable bunch of people who are anything but ordinary or average. Each week he meets a new local, all played by Rhys Darby.

Season 1 Episodes

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Episode 1: Terry Pole

Sep 25, 2014 · 23m

Rhys Darby plays Terry Pole, a lifeguard and leg model. It's the day of the local sexy legs competition and Terry believes some of his competitors have resorted to sabotage to keep him from winning.

Episode 2: Steve Whittle

Oct 2, 2014 · 23m

Steve Whittle runs an alien encounter support service for people, like him, who have been abducted by visitors from outer space. David Farrier becomes part of his plan.

Episode 3: Ron Taylor

Oct 9, 2014 · 23m

Ron Taylor is an entrepreneur by nature whose whale watching business is in deep trouble. Ready to do anything to keep it afloat Ron is heading for a run in with the law.

Episode 4: Mary Ledbetter

Oct 16, 2014 · 23m

Mary Ledbetter is a woman who rules her small town with an iron fist. She's the local gossip and a full time agitator and a day in her company will test David Farrier's patience to the limit.

Episode 5: Bill Napier

Oct 23, 2014 · 23m

Bill Napier is a local park ranger who is better at talking to trees than people. When reporter David Farrier spends a day with him it presents some tricky filming challenges. Featuring Bear Grylls.

Episode 6: Louise Cooper

Oct 30, 2016 · 23m

Louise Cooper is a local artist and a man eater. When David Farrier comes to town her radar is immediately on him. Featuring Sam Neill.

Episode 7: Rhod Gainer

Nov 6, 2014 · 23m

Rhod Gainer is the local lawyer with no regard for the law. Played by Rhys Darby, Rhod is a car enthusiast who gets himself in more trouble than his clients.

Episode 8: The Finale

Nov 13, 2014 · 23m

David Farrier returns for a screening of what the network have made. But no one is happy with how they've been portrayed and what was supposed to be a heartfelt reunion turns into a mutiny.

Season 1 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Short Poppies Season 1 premiere?

Short Poppies Season 1 premiered on September 25, 2014.

How many episodes are in Short Poppies Season 1?

Short Poppies Season 1 has 8 episodes.

What is the first episode of Short Poppies Season 1?

The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Terry Pole". It aired on September 25, 2014.

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