The first-ever dramatic miniseries to appear on American television, the multi-award winning RICH MAN, POOR MAN spans decades and generations to trace the epic story of the Jordache family from 1945 to the late 1960s. — Now... more » available for the first time on DVD, RICH MAN, POOR MAN: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION brings together all 34 episodes from Book I and II of this classic '70s series. Based on Irwin Shaw's best-selling novel and featuring an all-star cast (including Edward Asner, Bill Bixby, Susan Blakely, and Robert Reed), the series focuses in particular on Rudy Jordache (Peter Strauss) and his troubled brother Tom (Nick Nolte) as they navigate divergent paths away from their impoverished immigrant upbringing. While ambitious Rudy seems destined for success, Tom suffers from an endless string of bad luck but in the end, finds love. Encompassing a period of tremendous social and political upheaval, the Jordache saga explores timeless themes such as the difficulty of human relationships and the disillusionment of the American dream.
An absorbing and masterful portrait of a fascinating and ill-fated family, RICH MAN, POOR MAN: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION recaptures a landmark moment in American broadcasting history.
BONUS FEATURE: Brand-new audio commentary for Book I: Chapter 1 featuring star Peter Strauss and television historian David Bianculli« less
Actors:Peter Strauss, Nick Nolte, Susan Blakely, Edward Asner Director:David Greene Genres:Drama, Television Sub-Genres:Drama, Drama Studio:A&E Home Video Format:DVD - Color - Miniseries DVD Release Date: 09/28/2010 Original Release Date: 01/01/1976 Theatrical Release Date: 02/01/1976 Release Year: 2010 Run Time: 26hr 44min Screens: Color Number of Discs: 9 SwapaDVD Credits: 9 Total Copies: 0 Members Wishing: 4 Edition: Box set MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)