Rhodes

Rhodes (1996)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure, History

Rhodes is a biographical drama charting the life of Cecil Rhodes, a controversial British adventurer and Empire builder.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (55 min)

Last Episode

The Reckoning
Season 1Episode 855 min

The Reckoning

Rhodes has to battle his fast failing health and Princess Radziwill who is determined to hound him to the last.

Nov 3, 1996

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08The ReckoningNov 3, 1996
S01E07Upsetting the Apple CartOct 27, 1996
S01E06Land, Gold and LootOct 20, 1996
S01E05The Chameleon and the FlyOct 13, 1996
S01E04The Price of My BloodOct 6, 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Rhodes' from the year 1996 premiere?

The TV show 'Rhodes' premiered on October 24, 1996.

Who were the main cast members of 'Rhodes'?

The main cast members of 'Rhodes' included Stephen Fry, Jane Horrocks, Alexa Vega, and Tim Curry.

What was the genre of 'Rhodes'?

'Rhodes' was a drama series.

Where was the setting of 'Rhodes'?

The setting of 'Rhodes' was in the fictional town of Rhodes, Ohio.

Who created 'Rhodes'?

'Rhodes' was created by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason.

What was the premise of 'Rhodes'?

'Rhodes' followed the story of a wealthy industrialist named Nick Rhodes, who returns to his hometown to run for mayor.

What was the underlying theme of 'Rhodes'?

The underlying theme of 'Rhodes' was the clash between wealth and political power in a small town.

Did 'Rhodes' receive critical acclaim?

While 'Rhodes' had a dedicated fan base, it did not receive significant critical acclaim.

Did 'Rhodes' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Rhodes' featured guest appearances by actors such as Marilu Henner, Delta Burke, and Charles Nelson Reilly.

How many episodes did 'Rhodes' have?

'Rhodes' had a total of nine episodes.

Did 'Rhodes' have a unique visual style?

'Rhodes' had a distinctive visual style, featuring vibrant colors and stylized sets.

Did 'Rhodes' tackle any social or political issues?

Yes, 'Rhodes' explored themes of corruption, class divide, and political manipulation.

Were there any memorable quotes from 'Rhodes'?

One memorable quote from 'Rhodes' is "Power is the ultimate aphrodisiac."

Did 'Rhodes' have any notable soundtrack or theme song?

'Rhodes' had a memorable theme song composed by Steve Dorff.

Did 'Rhodes' have a dedicated fan following?

Yes, 'Rhodes' developed a dedicated fan following despite its short run.

Cast

Oliver Cotton

Oliver Cotton

plays Joseph Chamberlain
Frances Barber

Frances Barber

plays Princess Catherine Radziwill
Ken Stott

Ken Stott

plays Barney Barnato
Martin Shaw

Martin Shaw

plays Cecil John Rhodes
Neil Pearson

Neil Pearson

plays Dr. Leander Starr Jameson
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Characters

Joseph Chamberlain

Joseph Chamberlain

played by Oliver Cotton
Princess Catherine Radziwill

Princess Catherine Radziwill

played by Frances Barber
Barney Barnato

Barney Barnato

played by Ken Stott
Cecil John Rhodes

Cecil John Rhodes

played by Martin Shaw
Dr. Leander Starr Jameson

Dr. Leander Starr Jameson

played by Neil Pearson
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