Howzat! Kerry Packer's War

2012
1 Seasons
2 Episodes
6 (5)
Ended

Australian media mogul Kerry Packer fought a cricket war by secretly signing up 50 of the world's greatest players to form a breakaway tournament.

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Seasons

2. Part 2

August 26, 2012

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.

1. Part 1

August 19, 2012

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.

Description

Australian media mogul Kerry Packer fought a cricket war by secretly signing up 50 of the world's greatest players to form a breakaway tournament.

Genres

Drama
Cast

Lachy Hulme
Abe Forsythe
Damon Gameau
Alexander England
Mandy McElhinney
Brendan Cowell
Clayton Watson
Matthew Le Nevez
Mallory Jansen
Craig Hall
Richard Davies
Nicholas Cooper
Tony Briggs
Hamish Michael
Ryan O'Kane
Robert Grubb
Channel

Nine Network