Season 3
Season 3

Season 3

Frontline

13 episodes24/02/1997

No longer on the verge of being canceled, Frontline becomes a beacon in the news world. But not everything is smooth sailing for the crew.

Episodes

Dick on the Line
S3 · E1 · 24/02/1997 · 27 min

Dick on the Line

It's the end of another successful season at Frontline, but after three years at the helm, Mike Moore is not happy. He feels the show has become lightweight, obsessed with ratings rather than serious public issues. It is time to make a stand...

My Generation
S3 · E2 · 03/03/1997 · 25 min

My Generation

After giving a talk at a school, Mike becomes concerned that Frontline is presenting a negative view of young people. He sets out to fix the problem, but runs into a small obstacle- his executive producer, Graham Prowse. As Prowsey would say, it's an episode "no parent can afford to miss..."

The Shadow We Cast
S3 · E3 · 10/03/1997 · 26 min

The Shadow We Cast

When an independent Queensland MP makes a controversial maiden speech, the Frontline team swings into action. "Where does she get her prejudiced views from?" demands Mike, before introducing another story on Vietnamese heroin dealers.

One Rule for One
S3 · E4 · 17/03/1997 · 26 min

One Rule for One

After attacking a dubious property developer on air, Mike starts to receive death threats. Prowsey arranges a bodyguard for Mike's protection, but Mike is less than happy about it.

A Hole in the Heart (1)
S3 · E5 · 24/03/1997 · 26 min

A Hole in the Heart (1)

Frontline attempts for save the life of a young boy with a hole in his heart. Brooke makes an announcement.

A Hole in the Heart (2)
S3 · E6 · 31/03/1997 · 26 min

A Hole in the Heart (2)

Mike attempts to play a round of golf with Ian Baker-Finch. Brooke has a decision to make.

The Simple Life
S3 · E7 · 07/04/1997 · 27 min

The Simple Life

While it is revealed that Mike is the fourth richest entertainer in Australia, Frontline profiles the unemployed Baxter family.

I Get the Big Names
S3 · E8 · 14/04/1997 · 27 min

I Get the Big Names

Mike seeks an interview with Mel Gibson.

The Art of the Interview
S3 · E9 · 21/04/1997 · 21 min

The Art of the Interview

Prowsey educates the new Sunday Forum producer in the Art of the Interview.

"I" Disease
S3 · E10 · 28/04/1997 · 25 min

"I" Disease

Frontline has a new segment producer, Mike is writing his life story and has an unfortunate accident with a sign language translator.

Addicted to Fame
S3 · E11 · 05/05/1997 · 30 min

Addicted to Fame

Mike decides to abandon publicity while Geoff's weather special is a big success.

The Code
S3 · E12 · 12/05/1997 · 28 min

The Code

After years of torture, Mike makes the decision to axe Elliott Rhodes while Marty begins researching Mike for an episode of ""This is Your Life""

Epitaph
S3 · E13 · 19/05/1997 · 30 min

Epitaph

Mike goes on an Aboriginal health crusade.

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