The Challenge

The Challenge

1986 · 1 season · 6 eps · ★ 9.0 · Action & Adventure, Drama

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The story of the 1983 America's Cup challenge, where the Australian team financed by business tycoon Alan Bond, finally wrests the cup from the New York Yacht Club, after an unbroken 132 year winning streak.

Directed by Chris Thomson · Written by David Phillips

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The Flying DoctorsThe Flying Doctors · 1986
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6.61986
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The Rainbow Warrior ConspiracyThe Rainbow Warrior Conspiracy · 1988
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