Rich Man, Poor Man
“The story of the Jordache brothers, whose lives follow very different paths.”
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About
Based on the best-selling 1969 novel by Irwin Shaw, the series follows the divergent career courses of the impoverished German American Jordache brothers.
Cast
Peter Strauss
as Rudy Jordache
Nick Nolte
as Tom Jordache
Susan Blakely
as Julie Prescott
Ed Asner
as Axel Jordache
Dorothy McGuire
as Mary Jordache
Bill Bixby
as Willie Abbott
Ray Milland
as Duncan Calderwood
Robert Reed
as Teddy Boylan
Murray Hamilton
as Sid Gossett
Dorothy Malone
as Irene Goodwin
Gloria Grahame
as Sue Prescott
Lynda Day George
as Linda Quayles
George Maharis
as Joey Quayles
Andrew Duggan
as Col. Deiner
Tim McIntire
as Brad Knight
William Smith
as Falconetti
Norman Fell
as Smitty
Lawrence Pressman
as Bill Denton
Van Johnson
as Marsh Goodwin
Craig Stevens
as Asher Berg
Seasons
Episodes
Miniseries
Chapters 1
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, embattled immigrant parents. Rudy is hard at work at the family bakery trying to figure a way to pay for college, while Tom gets caught in pranks and fights. As Rudy prepares for graduation from high school, events begin to set each on a path of his own. It's the beginning of an unforgettable tale of two destinies that although quite different, can never be separated.
Chapters 2
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 Rudy result in disaster. This latest mishap is the last straw for Tom's iron-willed father as he orders Tom out of the house.
Chapter 3
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 as he sets out on the road again. Back in Port Phillip, Rudy meets up with local playboy Teddy Boylan and Julie's name comes up in what seems to Rudy a mystifying conversation. Julie has followed her dream to New York where she finds her first break-and a new romance.
Chapter 4
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. Tom's father Axel reluctantly pays off Teresa's father to drop the charges and Tom takes flight again. Axel had planned to finance Rudy's small ski shop, but spent his savings paying off Teresa's father.
Chapter 5
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 graduation, Rudy begins his business career after a surprising meeting with Duncan Calderwood. Rudy has since met up with Julie again. After an awkward reacquaintance, Rudy learns of the difficult choices Julie must now make in her life.
Chapter 6
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 dangerous underworld. Rudy's business career has taken off and he turns his attention to winning over Julie once more. But Julie is not fully recovered from her rocky marriage. She and Rudy must deal with problems from the past that come back to haunt her.
Chapter 7
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 success in the boxing ring. Rudy's surprise appearance at one of Tom's bouts proves to be a difficult encounter as the brothers discover that their differences remain after many years. Rudy struggles in his renewed relationship with Julie, while Tom confronts his own family problems.
Chapter 8
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 results in a heated confrontaion between Rudy and Duncan Calderwood. Tom, still on the run from boxings underworld, steps up his search for his wife and son. His desperate efforts lead to dangerous close calls. As the underworld intestifies its mnhunt for Tom, he is forced to flee farther than ever before.
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About Rich Man, Poor Man
“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. Across 1 season and 12 episodes, originally airing on ABC.
Rich Man, Poor Man Cast and Characters
The cast features Peter Strauss (as Rudy Jordache), Nick Nolte (as Tom Jordache), Susan Blakely (as Julie Prescott), Ed Asner (as Axel Jordache), and Dorothy McGuire (as Mary Jordache). Their performances are a major reason Rich Man, Poor Man has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Rich Man, Poor Man NowWhy People Are Watching Rich Man, Poor Man
There's a reason Rich Man, Poor Man keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Rich Man, Poor Man online for free?
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How many episodes does Rich Man, Poor Man have?
Rich Man, Poor Man has 12 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Rich Man, Poor Man good? What's the rating?
Rich Man, Poor Man holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 32 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Rich Man, Poor Man?
The main cast includes Peter Strauss, Nick Nolte, Susan Blakely, and Ed Asner, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Rich Man, Poor Man available in English?
Yes — Rich Man, Poor Man was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Rich Man, Poor Man released?
Rich Man, Poor Man first aired in 1976.
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Where can I watch Rich Man, Poor Man for free?
You can watch Rich Man, Poor Man online for free on Bowood.TV. All 12 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Rich Man, Poor Man have?
Rich Man, Poor Man currently has 1 season and a total of 12 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Rich Man, Poor Man about?
Based on the best-selling 1969 novel by Irwin Shaw, the series follows the divergent career courses of the impoverished German American Jordache brothers. It belongs to the Drama, Soap genres.
In which language is Rich Man, Poor Man originally available?
Rich Man, Poor Man was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Rich Man, Poor Man first released?
Rich Man, Poor Man first premiered on February 1, 1976 (1976). The series has since concluded its run.
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