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Rich Man, Poor Man

"The story of the Jordache brothers, whose lives follow very different paths."

⭐ 7.9/10· 1976 ·1 Season ·12 Episodes · Created by Irwin Shaw
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About this series

Based on the best-selling 1969 novel by Irwin Shaw, the series follows the divergent career courses of the impoverished German American Jordache brothers.

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7.9/10 32 votes

Quick facts

First Aired
1976
Seasons
1
Episodes
12
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.9/10
Votes
32
Genre
Drama, Soap
Status
Ended
Network
ABC
Director
Language
EN

Seasons

S01E01 still S01E01
Chapters 1
Feb 1, 1976 60 min
As World War II ends, a 20 year odyssey begins for brothers Rudy and Tom Jordache. Two brothers couldn't be more opposite as they compete for the attention of their bitter, embattl…
S01E02 still S01E02
Chapters 2
Feb 1, 1976 60 min
Rudy's dispute with his childhood sweetheart Julie leads her into the arms of the town playboy. On one of his escapades Tom discovers the affair, but his misguided efforts to alert…
S01E03 still S01E03
Chapter 3
Feb 2, 1976 60 min
Tom's flight from home led him to California to live with his uncle. While living there, Tom discovers love with Clothilde the housekeeper. But happiness doesn't last long for Tom …
S01E04 still S01E04
Chapter 4
Feb 2, 1976 60 min
Trouble continues to follow Tom as he gets involved with young Teresa who becomes pregnant and names him as the father. Because she is a minor, Tom is arrested for statutory rape. …
S01E05 still S01E05
Chapter 5
Feb 9, 1976 60 min
Tom's new life with Theresa begins to bring the happiness that has eluded him. Theresa gives birth to their son, Wesley, and Tom achieves early success as a prizefighter. Upon grad…
S01E06 still S01E06
Chapter 6
Feb 16, 1976 60 min
After an unsuccessful attempt at saving his marriage and keeping his family together, Tom returns to the boxing ring. But his affair with a new woman draws him deep into boxings da…
S01E07 still S01E07
Chapter 7
Feb 23, 1976 60 min
Rudy's ambitious business proposal to Calderwood takes some unexpected turns. Help comes from an unlikely source and Rudy must make a difficult decision. Tom continues to enjoy suc…
S01E08 still S01E08
Chapter 8
Mar 1, 1976 60 min
Willie Abbott's (Julie's son) return threatens Rudy's relationship with Julie, forcing Rudy to take action. Ginny Calderwood's vow to get back at Rudy for spurning her affection re…
S01E09 still S01E09
Chapter 9
Mar 8, 1976 60 min
As Rudy breaks up his partnership with Duncan Calderwood, he considers a career in politics. But first he realizes his longtime dream of marrying Julie. Tom continues his life away…
S01E10 still S01E10
Chapter 10
Mar 8, 1976 60 min
Tom's troubles with Falconetti continue, leading to a bloody confrontation and forcing Tom to flee. While hiding out in New York, Tom receives a surprise visit from Rudy and learns…
S01E11 still S01E11
Chapter 11
Mar 15, 1976 60 min
As Rudy's political career thrives, Julie continues her battle with drinking. A bad break for Tom turns into good luck when he meets Kay and they begin to fall in love. Rudy contac…
S01E12 still S01E12
Chapter 12
Mar 15, 1976 60 min
The dramatic conclusion of RICH MAN, POOR MAN BOOK 1.

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🎭 Drama 🎭 Soap 🎬 Irwin Shaw 👤 Peter Strauss 👤 Nick Nolte 👤 Susan Blakely
sibling relationship based on novel or book immigrant family multi generational

Questions about Rich Man, Poor Man

Rich Man, Poor Man has 1 season and 12 episodes total.
Rich Man, Poor Man was created by Irwin Shaw and first aired in 1976.
Rich Man, Poor Man is a Drama, Soap series.
The cast of Rich Man, Poor Man includes Peter Strauss, Nick Nolte, Susan Blakely, Ed Asner, Dorothy McGuire.
Rich Man, Poor Man has a TMDB rating of 7.9/10 based on 32 votes.

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