Bellbird (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Series · ★ 9
Released in 1967, Bellbird is a drama series.
What it’s about. Bellbird was an Australian soap opera set in a small Victorian rural township. The series was produced by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation at its Ripponlea TV studios in Elsternwick, Melbourne, Victoria. The series was produced between 28 August 1967 and December 1977. It was Australia's first successful soap opera; the show's ratings were modest but it had a devoted following, especially in rural Australia. During its 10 year run, 15 minute episodes of Bellbird screened from Monday through to Thursday nights during the lead in to the 7 pm evening news bulletin. In 1976 the series was screened as one one-hour episode each week, before switching to three half-hour installments per week during its final season.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Bellbird sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bellbird page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bellbird tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bellbird (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bellbird change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bellbird worth watching?
- Bellbird holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Bellbird released?
- Bellbird was released in 1967.