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Rafferty's Rules

  • TV Series
  • 1987–1991
  • 50m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
74
YOUR RATING
John Wood in Rafferty's Rules (1987)
ComedyCrimeDrama

Michael Rafferty, who is a Stipendiary Magistrate, drives to work in an old blue VW Kombi van. He owns a cat named Rhubarb.Michael Rafferty, who is a Stipendiary Magistrate, drives to work in an old blue VW Kombi van. He owns a cat named Rhubarb.Michael Rafferty, who is a Stipendiary Magistrate, drives to work in an old blue VW Kombi van. He owns a cat named Rhubarb.

  • Creator
    • Ben Lewin
  • Stars
    • John Wood
    • Arky Michael
    • Simon Chilvers
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    74
    YOUR RATING
    • Creator
      • Ben Lewin
    • Stars
      • John Wood
      • Arky Michael
      • Simon Chilvers
    • 2User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins total

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    John Wood
    John Wood
    • Michael Rafferty
    • 1987–1991
    Arky Michael
    Arky Michael
    • Fulvio Frangellomini
    • 1987–1991
    Simon Chilvers
    Simon Chilvers
    • Sgt Julian Flicker
    • 1987–1991
    Catherine Wilkin
    Catherine Wilkin
    • Pauline Grey
    • 1987–1988
    Katy Brinson
    • Lisa Blake
    • 1988–1991
    Richard Carter
    Richard Carter
    • Detective Sgt. Brown
    • 1987–1991
    Bernadette Foster
    • Mrs. McCarthy
    • 1987–1988
    Judy Ferris
    • Mrs. Flicker
    • 1987–1990
    Gregg Arthur
    • Court Constable…
    • 1987–1989
    Andrew McFarlane
    Andrew McFarlane
    • Gibson
    • 1988
    David Ravenswood
    • Chief Stipendiary Magistrate Harrison
    • 1987–1991
    Kate Reid
    • Joanne Rafferty…
    • 1987–1989
    Andrew Shephard
    • Jack Rafferty
    • 1987–1991
    Belinda Shephard
    • Kate Rafferty
    • 1987–1991
    Jane Parker
    • Court Constable…
    • 1988–1990
    Rocky Lo Surdo
    • Court Constable…
    • 1987–1991
    Aaron Cartwright
    • Duty Constable…
    • 1988
    John Gregg
    John Gregg
    • Baraclough
    • 1987–1989
    • Creator
      • Ben Lewin
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    10Cherubim1

    An outstanding Australian TV series

    "Rafferty's Rules" was a unique Australian TV drama about the workings of a local magistrates court in a seaside suburb of Sydney. The show was both hard hitting and noteworthy in its presentation of important legal and social issues.

    The acting talent lead by veteran actor John Wood (as Michael Rafferty S.M.) are truly exceptional in their respective roles. They all deliver a unique sense of realism, compassion and dedication with the characters they portray. John Wood in particular is utterly superb in his role as the maverick magistrate who has a general distrust of police and social classes.

    The unique blend of gripping drama and whimsical humour makes "Rafferty's Rules" such compelling viewing. It's one of the few cerebral Australian TV shows that is accessible to all viewers. Highly recommended viewing.

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    • Release date
      • February 12, 1987 (Australia)
    • Country of origin
      • Australia
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • ATN-7 Studios - 61 Mobbs Lane, Epping, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
    • Production companies
      • 7 Network
      • Amalgamated Television Services
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      50 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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