Phoenix 1992
What is Phoenix?
Phoenix is an Australian police drama television series. It screened on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in the early 1990s.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1992
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 26
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Feb 13, 1992
- Networks
- ABC TV
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Phoenix is an Australian police drama television series. It screened on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in the early 1990s. The series consisted of multiple episodes, divided into two parts, and was broadcast over a period of time. The first part of the series, which aired in 1992, was based on a real-life event, the Russell Street Bombing, which occurred in the mid-1980s. The series was praised for its realistic portrayal of police investigation techniques, including surveillance and forensic methods. It was also commended for its engaging storyline. The show was the result of extensive research into police procedures, which added to its authenticity.
Should you watch it?
“A gritty Australian drama follows detectives unraveling a police headquarters bombing with meticulous realism.”
- Highly realistic depiction of police investigation techniques
- Based on a notable real-life bombing case
- Strong, involving storyline
- Its detailed focus on police procedures may not appeal to all viewers
Watch it if you appreciate methodical crime dramas that emphasize authentic investigative work.
The series deals with serious crime and realistic police procedures, making it appropriate for mature audiences.
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
- E1 Top Quality Crims Mytharc Feb 13, 1992
- E2 Christmas In July Core Feb 13, 1992
- E3 A Bunch of Big Girls Core Feb 20, 1992
- E4 On the Edge Core Feb 27, 1992
- E5 A Dog's Life Core Feb 27, 1992
- E6 Out In the Cold Core Mar 12, 1992
- E7 Old Rules, New Games Core Mar 19, 1992
- E8 Fond Memories Core Mar 26, 1992
- E9 Shaking the Tree Core Apr 2, 1992
- E10 Blessed are the Peace Makers Core Apr 9, 1992
- E11 Hair of the Dog Core Apr 16, 1992
- E12 Paradise Tomorrow Mytharc Apr 23, 1992
- E13 Hard Ball Mytharc Apr 30, 1992
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Victims Forever Mytharc Mar 4, 1993
- E2 Deal or Pay Core Mar 11, 1993
- E3 Married to the Job Core Mar 18, 1993
- E4 The Return Core Mar 25, 1993
- E5 Inside Information Core Apr 8, 1993
- E6 Safe as Houses Core Apr 15, 1993
- E7 Aladdin's Cave Core Apr 22, 1993
- E8 In on the Joke Core Apr 29, 1993
- E9 Give A Dog A Bone Core May 6, 1993
- E10 Shuffling the Deck Core May 13, 1993
- E11 Under Siege Core May 20, 1993
- E12 Snow Job Mytharc May 27, 1993
- E13 Hit, Shit, & Scatter Mytharc Jun 3, 1993
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Phoenix?
Phoenix follows detectives investigating the bombing of the Victorian state police headquarters.
When did Phoenix originally air?
The series screened on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation in 1992 and 1993.
How many episodes are there?
Phoenix was broadcast as two series, each consisting of thirteen episodes.
Is the story based on real events?
The first series is loosely based on the mid‑1980s Russell Street Bombing.
Why is the show praised for realism?
Extensive research into police techniques resulted in detailed portrayals of surveillance and forensics.
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