The Straits
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The Straits
(2012)

Stars:

Brian Cox, Rena Owen, Aaron Fa'aoso
Set among the turquoise waters of Australia's Torres Strait, The Straits follows the life of a criminal family as they smuggle drugs into Australia and exotic wildlife out through blood ties in the Torres Strait Islands.


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The Straits (2012) is a thrilling drama series that takes place in the Torres Strait Islands of Australia. The show centers around a criminal family engaged in drug smuggling operations as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Torres Strait. Led by their patriarch, the family relies on their tight-knit blood ties to pull off dangerous and illegal activities, including smuggling drugs into Australia and exotic wildlife out of the islands.

As tensions rise and alliances are tested, the family must navigate a dangerous world of crime, corruption, and betrayal. With stunning visuals of the turquoise waters and lush landscapes of the Torres Strait, The Straits offers viewers a unique and immersive experience into the world of organized crime in one of Australia's most remote and beautiful regions.

Uncover the secrets and struggles of this criminal family as they fight to survive in a world filled with danger and deception in The Straits, now streaming on our platform.

Also Known As:

The Straits

Release Date:

01 Feb 2012

Writers:

Louis Nowra

Awards:

1 win & 1 nomination

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