Adventures in Rainbow Country
Season 1
September 20, 1970
26Episodes
Lois Maxwell portrayed "Nancy Williams," a widow and mother living with her two teenagers, Billy and Hanna, in a secluded Lake Huron cove. Maxwell, famous for her role as Miss Moneypenny in the James Bond films, anchored the drama. The series focused on the adventures of Billy and his Ojibway friend Pete in the northern Ontario wilderness. It was a collaborative international effort involving Manitou Productions, CBC, Television Films Ltd. (Britain), and ABC Films (Britain) alongside the Australian Broadcasting Commission.
Episodes
1. La Chute
September 20, 1970
30 min
A group of pretend voyageurs relive the route taken by Ettiene Brule in the old Hudson Bay days.
2. The Tower
September 27, 1970
30 min
Hannah climbs the old Willisville fire tower and panics when it's time to come down.
Guest Stars:
Margot Kidder
7. Long Tough Race
November 1, 1970
30 min
A young doctor tries to help a runner's sister who is dying.
Guest Stars:
Margot Kidder