Adventures in Rainbow Country (1970)
Synopsis
"Adventures in Rainbow Country," aired on CBC Television from 1970 to 1971 and later ran on Nickelodeon in the early '80s. Led by Lois Maxwell as Nancy Williams, a widow caring for her children in rural Northern Ontario, the series revolved around family dynamics and featured characters like Billy, his Ojibwa friend Pete Gawa, and bush pilot Dennis McGubgub. Filming took place around Whitefish Falls, near Espanola, and scenes were shot in Birch Island and Manitoulin Island in 1969. With 26 episodes, it had successful reruns in Canada and internationally, appearing on channels like DejaView and Silver Screen Classics. Although never officially cancelled, the series didn't produce more episodes after its initial run.
Network
CBC Television
Episodes
La Chute
A group of pretend voyageurs relive the route taken by Ettiene Brule in the old Hudson Bay days.
The Tower
Hannah climbs the old Willisville fire tower and panics when it's time to come down.
The Frank William's File
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The Skydiver
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The Boy From Spanish Harlem
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Panic in the Bush
No description available.
Long Tough Race
A young doctor tries to help a runner's sister who is dying.
The Town That Died
No description available.
The Eye of the Needle
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Girl on a Tightrope
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The Return of Eli Rocque
No description available.
Roar of the Hornet
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Lac Du Diable
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The Muskies Are Losing Their Teeth
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Milk Run
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A Wall of Silence
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Where the Rice Grows Wild
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The Bird Watchers
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The Boy Who Loved Animals
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Mystery at Whaleback Bay
No description available.
Night Caller
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Lake on Blue Mountain
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Stolen Tugboat
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The Hermit
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Pursuit Along the Aux Sauble
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Dreamer's Rock
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Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Adventures in Rainbow Country
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
26
Production
Manitou Productions Ltd.