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was a television drama/adventure series from New
Zealand, produced in 1989. Aimed at a young audience, the story revolved around four foster kids living with Betty. Though things are not always easy financially for the family, they keep the spirit up. Things quickly become more difficult when they
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attract the attention of the two thieves Arthur and The
Charmer. Soon afterwards, Betty is kidnapped and her foster children are forced to search for her, as well as avoid being separated by social services.
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393:Directed by
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268:13 May 1990
258:18 February
136:of episodes
109:New Zealand
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407:"No Dough"
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272:1990-05-13
262:1990-02-18
214:30 minutes
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378:Episodes
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