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Young Lions

★10.0 2002 1 Season TV-MA

Young Lions was an Australian TV police drama broadcast on the Nine Network in 2002 and in Ireland on RTÉ Two.The series was based around the professional and private lives of four rookie detectives, the Young Lions, of South West 101, an inner city Sydney police station. The program rated poorly and was not renewed after its first season. Competition from other new drama series and several timeslot changes also contributed to the show's demise.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 22 episodes

Episode 01

Pilot (Part 1)

Jul 17, 2002 · 60 min

Our Young Lions are still idealistic, even heroic. There is nothing world-weary or cynical about them. They want their lives to mean something: they want to make a difference. That's why Donna Parry's headed for the big smoke. But her first day as a city cop is more than she'd counted on when the police station is rocked to its foundations by a convicted cop-killer determined to exact his own vengeance.

Episode 02

Pilot (Part 2)

Jul 17, 2002 · 60 min

Our Young Lions are still idealistic, even heroic. There is nothing world-weary or cynical about them. They want their lives to mean something: they want to make a difference. That's why Donna Parry's headed for the big smoke. But her first day as a city cop is more than she'd counted on when the police station is rocked to its foundations by a convicted cop-killer determined to exact his own vengeance.

Episode 03

Mardi Gras

Jul 24, 2002 · 60 min

Guido Martin wants two things in his life—his job and the woman he loves. He can't have both. And the job is setting him on a collision course with Eddie Mercia whom he accuses of beng involved in a cover-up. Donna and Cameron investigate a series of convenience store robberies committed by two transsexuals.

Episode 04

Swedish Backpacker

Jul 31, 2002 · 60 min

The detectives of Southwest 101 investigate the murder of a female backpacker. Cameron's new lover accuses her partner, Guido Martin, of stealing money while working undercover. The man has first hand experience—he's a hitman.

Episode 05

Boy School Bullies

Aug 7, 2002 · 60 min

The detectives of Southwest 101 investigate the staff at a prestigeous school to identify the source of child pornography found on a school computer. Donna subjects Eddie to the "Kenny test" when her brother comes into the city for a medical appointment. Cameron's trust in Guido is further tested when he refuses to investigate following a close encounter with a speeding car. His dismissal of the incident gives Cameron more reason to be concerned about his alleged ties to organised crime. A second attempt on his life is more successful.

Episode 06

Fruit Market Underworld

Aug 14, 2002 · 60 min

Guido's undercover past threatens his job at Southwest 101 when he becomes the prime suspect in the murder of Vincent Rinaldi, a crime figure Guido was involved with while working undercover and whose $2 million he is now being accused of stealing. As his colleagues' trust in him is put to the test, Guido's sole focus is on locating a missing 18-year-old girl, leaving him at risk of sacrificing everything for a girl he has never even met.

Episode 07

Asylum Seekers

Aug 21, 2002 · 60 min

Politics become personal and passionate for Eddie, Donna and Madeleine as they investigate a riot at a Sydney detention centre and the escape of a teenage refugee

Episode 08

The City and the Taxi Driver

Sep 18, 2002 · 60 min

The detectives spend a night on the streets against a backdrop of simmering tensions, while Cameron plumbs the depths of her own soul to connect with a killer.

Episode 09

Kickboxer Kills Racist

Sep 25, 2002 · 60 min

Donna confronts another reality of being a woman in the city when she defends a woman who is charged with murder after she kills a rapist

Episode 10

Arson Case

Oct 2, 2002 · 60 min

A reporter's interest in a fatal hostel arson case in which an alleged police cover-up sent the wrong man to prison prompts Kostas to put the Eddie and Donna on the reopened case. When Guido learns the target of their investigation he is forced to confront the truth about his legendary detective father and the role he played in the conviction.

Episode 11

The Priest

Oct 9, 2002 · 60 min

Eddie's faith and his friendship with Father Paul Moran are tested when Irena's sister goes missing and foul play is suspected.

Episode 12

China Town

Oct 16, 2002 · 60 min

Donna and lawyer flatmate Madeleine Delaney are in ethical conflict as they fight to save a woman charged with murder for preventing rape.

Episode 13

Nursing Home

Oct 23, 2002 · 60 min

The report of a suspicious death at a nursing home brings Eddie back into contact with a former neighbour who helped him after the death of his father. Cameron must also confront her past when her former bestfriend asks her for help to keep her arrest for shoplifting quiet in hopes of preventing her fiancé (Cameron's ex-boyfriend of three years) from finding out. Donna must decide if she should tell Eddie about Madeleine's relationship with Rob.

Episode 14

Kickboxer on Trial

Nov 6, 2002 · 60 min

Cameron is torn between Guido and his father, Senior Detective Bill Martin, and she soon finds her integrity and a boy's life are in the line.

Episode 15

The Navy (Part 1)

Nov 13, 2002 · 60 min

Guido's Naval Captain brother, the favoured older son, returns home a hero, and tensions between the brothers surface as a female naval officer is found murdered. Cameron again finds herself working alongside Bill Martin to rein in a Chinese gang leader.

Episode 16

The Navy (Part 2)

Nov 13, 2002 · 60 min

Guido and Cameron each face a personal crisis—and their friendship is tested—as Guido's father and brother come under suspicion.

Episode 17

Lone Star Blues

Nov 20, 2002 · 60 min

Eddie's integrity is tested as the father of Irene's son is released from prison. Eddie wants to reunite the boy with his father—but could lose Irene.

Episode 18

Drag Racing

Nov 27, 2002 · 60 min

Donna loves the police force and Crime Scene Examiner, Justin Carmody. Her feelings for both are tested as she investigates a fatal car smash involving police.

Episode 19

Grand Prix

Dec 11, 2002 · 60 min

Cameron feels that a girl found dead in a hotel penthouse is treated like party debris both by the elite partygoers and some investigators. Paul Bergin asks Guido's father for help to bring down a Chinese gang boss.

Episode 20

Bill's Death

Dec 11, 2002 · 60 min

Guido's friends rally to his side as his father faces a terminal illness—and a murder charge.

Episode 21

Serial Killer (Part 1)

Dec 18, 2002 · 60 min

Guido and The investigation into the suicide of an olympic swimming hopeful escalates when those around the investigation begin to be killed off. Cameron deal with an armed robbery involved the son of a prominent QC. Eddie declares his love for Irene—but it may be too late. She has stepped into the path of a killer.

Episode 22

Serial Killer (Part 2)

Dec 18, 2002 · 60 min

With Irena's condition uncertain, the search for the serial killer continues. Guido is forced to make a decision about his future with Sophie when Kostas gives him an ultimatum. Donna life is put on the line when she becomes involved in a hostage situation.

About the series

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Audience score
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Synopsis

Young Lions was an Australian TV police drama broadcast on the Nine Network in 2002 and in Ireland on RTÉ Two.The series was based around the professional and private lives of four rookie detectives, the Young Lions, of South West 101, an inner city Sydney police station. The program rated poorly and was not renewed after its first season. Competition from other new drama series and several timeslot changes also contributed to the show's demise.

Drama

Cast

6 principal cast

Alexandra Davies

Alexandra Davies

Det. Sr. Const. Donna Parry

Alex Dimitriades

Alex Dimitriades

Det. Sr. Const. Eddie Mercia

Anna Lise Phillips

Anna Lise Phillips

Det. Sr. Const. Cameron Smart

Penny Cook

Penny Cook

Chief Insp. Sharon Kostas

Tom Long

Tom Long

Det. Sr. Const. Guy 'Guido' Martin

Katherine Slattery

Katherine Slattery

Madeleine Delaney

Where to watch Young Lions

Young Lions is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The drama has 1 season and 22 total episodes, rated 10.0/10 by 1 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Young Lions have?

Young Lions has 1 season with 22 episodes in total.

Is Young Lions still on the air?

Young Lions has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Young Lions?

Young Lions airs on Nine Network.

When did Young Lions first air?

Young Lions first aired on July 17, 2002.

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