The Thorn Birds

Season

1983

USA

7.9

In the arid 1920s Australian Outback, a Catholic priest and the beautiful niece of a vast sheep station owner stand powerless before God's will, tormented by desire. How far are they willing to go in the name of love?

Episode List

S1 • E1

Part 1

Against the backdrop of unrequited loves, bitter passions, and desperate inner conflicts, an affluent landowner in the arid 1920s Australian Outback takes in her brother's family. How far is she willing to go in the name of love?

S1 • E2

Part 2

As the executor of Mary's estate, Father Ralph begins his meteoric rise in the Church, while Meggie finds herself all alone. An audacious suitor provides a thrilling but risky diversion. Is this the beginning of a new life without Ralph?

S1 • E3

Part 3

To move on with her life, Meggie leaves Drogheda; however, on the velvety sands of a remote haven, Ralph yields under the burden of choice, as Meggie's graceful body intertwines with his. Is he willing to renounce his beliefs for her sake?

S1 • E4

Part 4

Nineteen long years after their union, Cardinal de Bricassart returns to Drogheda. Once more, Meggie stands powerless before God's will, as tragedy befalls the Clearys. All her life, she waged war against God. Is she punished for loving?