Frontline — Season 3
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.
About this season
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 (13)
1. Dick on the Line
Aired 24 February 1997 • 27 min
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...
2. My Generation
Aired 3 March 1997 • 25 min
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..."
3. The Shadow We Cast
Aired 10 March 1997 • 26 min
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.
4. One Rule for One
Aired 17 March 1997 • 26 min
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.
5. A Hole in the Heart (1)
Aired 24 March 1997 • 26 min
Frontline attempts for save the life of a young boy with a hole in his heart. Brooke makes an announcement.
6. A Hole in the Heart (2)
Aired 31 March 1997 • 26 min
Mike attempts to play a round of golf with Ian Baker-Finch. Brooke has a decision to make.
7. The Simple Life
Aired 7 April 1997 • 27 min
While it is revealed that Mike is the fourth richest entertainer in Australia, Frontline profiles the unemployed Baxter family.
8. I Get the Big Names
Aired 14 April 1997 • 27 min
Mike seeks an interview with Mel Gibson.
9. The Art of the Interview
Aired 21 April 1997 • 21 min
Prowsey educates the new Sunday Forum producer in the Art of the Interview.
10. "I" Disease
Aired 28 April 1997 • 25 min
Frontline has a new segment producer, Mike is writing his life story and has an unfortunate accident with a sign language translator.
11. Addicted to Fame
Aired 5 May 1997 • 30 min
Mike decides to abandon publicity while Geoff's weather special is a big success.
12. The Code
Aired 12 May 1997 • 28 min
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""
13. Epitaph
Aired 19 May 1997 • 30 min
Mike goes on an Aboriginal health crusade.