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Back to the Rafters

2021-09-17 · 45 min / episode · ★ 6.1

Comedy · Drama

Back to the Rafters picks up six years since we last saw the Rafter family. Dave and Julie have created a new life in the country with youngest daughter Ruby, while the older Rafter children face new challenges and Grandpa Ted struggles to find his place. As Dave enjoys his new-found freedom, Julie must reconcile her responsibilities to the family.

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Creators
Bevan Lee
Production companies
Seven Studios, Amazon Studios
Countries
Australia
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Erik ThomsonErik ThomsonDave Rafter
Rebecca GibneyRebecca GibneyJulie Rafter
Hugh SheridanHugh SheridanBen Rafter
Willow SpeersWillow SpeersRuby Rafter
Haiha LeHaiha LeCassie Rafter
Angus McLarenAngus McLarenNathan Rafter
Georgina HaigGeorgina HaigRachel Rafter
Aaron L. McGrathAaron L. McGrathPaddo Steel

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