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Misery Guts

A family's fish and chip shop is ravaged by a fire, prompting a move to Australia, which the young man sees as a paradise, but reality proves to be a far cry from his expectations.

In this heartwarming tale, Keith, the only son of Vin and Marge Shipley, seeks to revive his family's spirits by bringing a splash of joy into their lives.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Bright Ideas

1. Bright Ideas

Aired: Dec 24, 1998

Keith's parents depart the fish 'n chip shop amidst a heated dispute, leaving...

Episode 2 Follow That Fish

2. Follow That Fish

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Keith's parents are on the brink of collapse, and he's resolved to salvage th...

Episode 3 Off His Trolley

3. Off His Trolley

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Vin and Marge opt for a beach day with friends Keith and Dennis, forgoing the...

Episode 4 Pesky Paradise

4. Pesky Paradise

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Keith navigates treacherous waters at Orchid Cove, narrowly evading perilous ...

Episode 5 Bigger Fish to Fry

5. Bigger Fish to Fry

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Keith struggles to find a job in Orchid Cove, feeling the weight of his fathe...

Episode 7 Run off His Feet

7. Run off His Feet

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Vin overcomes the setback of the bank's rejection with the help of Keith and ...

Episode 8 Paradise Lost

8. Paradise Lost

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The family finds a newfound sense of hope and enthusiasm after Keith's accide...

Episode 9 Wheels on Fire

9. Wheels on Fire

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Vin and Keith concoct a plan to shake up the local takeaway scene by transfor...

Episode 10 Road to Riches

10. Road to Riches

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Keith's bus ride to the Opal fields takes an unexpected turn when he runs out...

Episode 11 Cops and Dobbers

11. Cops and Dobbers

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The next episode follows Keith as he reveals his family's bold decision to re...

Episode 13 Sole Search

13. Sole Search

Aired: Feb 1, 1999

Keith and Tracy find themselves trapped in an opal mine after a collapse, fac...

Info about Misery Guts

Network: Nine Network

Genres:Comedy, Family