Westenwind

Westenwind (1999-2003)

EndedScripted showDrama, Romance
This Dallas-type series is about two competing Dutch families, Noordermeer and De Graaf, running ancestral firms in the Rotterdam shipbuilding business, each with numerous internal tensions, especially between the generations, as some are business-prone, others adverse, some ruthless, some soft or moralistic, but also with their staff, often meeting each-other in both ruthless commercial rivalry and personal relationships, again also with staff and third parties (clients, competitors, suppliers...), producing an intricate web of sub-plots, some sex, some crime etcetera.
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Scheduleevery Monday (48 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E09De rattenkoninginfévr. 3, 2003
S06E08In het slijk gezogenjanv. 27, 2003
S06E07De ereschuldjanv. 20, 2003
S06E06Stroom & Stralingjanv. 13, 2003
S06E05Engel der wrakejanv. 6, 2003
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did the TV show 'Westenwind' premiere?

'Westenwind' premiered in the year 1999.

Who directed the pilot episode of 'Westenwind'?

The pilot episode of 'Westenwind' was directed by Hanro Smitsman.

Was 'Westenwind' a Dutch or Belgian TV show?

'Westenwind' was a Dutch TV show.

What kind of TV show is 'Westenwind'?

'Westenwind' is a drama TV show.

Where was the majority of 'Westenwind' filmed?

The majority of 'Westenwind' was filmed in the Netherlands.

Did 'Westenwind' win any awards?

Yes, 'Westenwind' won multiple awards, including the prestigious Golden Televizier-Ring in 2000.

How many episodes of 'Westenwind' were there?

There were 86 episodes of 'Westenwind' produced.

Who composed the music for 'Westenwind'?

Henny Vrienten composed the music for 'Westenwind'.

Did any famous actors or actresses appear on 'Westenwind'?

Yes, famous Dutch actors and actresses such as Katja Schuurman, Egbert Jan Weeber, and Mark van Eeuwen appeared on 'Westenwind'.

What is the premise of 'Westenwind'?

'Westenwind' follows the lives of the wealthy De La Mar family and their employees, and explores themes of love, betrayal, and power.

Was 'Westenwind' popular with audiences in the Netherlands?

Yes, 'Westenwind' was very popular with audiences in the Netherlands and was one of the most-watched TV shows of its time.

Were there any international adaptations of 'Westenwind'?

No, there were no international adaptations of 'Westenwind'.

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