Rich Man, Poor Man (1976)
The story of the Jordache brothers, whose lives follow very different paths.
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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Episodes
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1. Chapters 11976-02-01 · 1h 0mAs 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
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2. Chapters 21976-02-01 · 1h 0mRudy'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
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3. Chapter 31976-02-02 · 1h 0mTom'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
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4. Chapter 41976-02-02 · 1h 0mTrouble 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.
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5. Chapter 51976-02-09 · 1h 0mTom'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
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6. Chapter 61976-02-16 · 1h 0mAfter 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
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7. Chapter 71976-02-23 · 1h 0mRudy'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
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8. Chapter 81976-03-01 · 1h 0mWillie 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
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9. Chapter 91976-03-08 · 1h 0mAs 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
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10. Chapter 101976-03-08 · 1h 0mTom'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
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11. Chapter 111976-03-15 · 1h 0mAs 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
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12. Chapter 121976-03-15 · 1h 0mThe dramatic conclusion of RICH MAN, POOR MAN BOOK 1.
Cast
Peter StraussRudy Jordache
Nick NolteTom Jordache
Susan BlakelyJulie Prescott
Ed AsnerAxel Jordache
Dorothy McGuireMary Jordache
Bill BixbyWillie Abbott
Ray MillandDuncan Calderwood
Robert ReedTeddy Boylan
Murray HamiltonSid Gossett
Dorothy MaloneIrene Goodwin
Gloria GrahameSue Prescott
Lynda Day GeorgeLinda Quayles
George MaharisJoey Quayles
Andrew DugganCol. DeinerImages
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