Countdown — Season 14
The final season in 1987 marked the end of an era. Crowded House and Kylie Minogue were among the standout acts, while international guests maintained global appeal. As the program concluded in July,
About this season
The final season in 1987 marked the end of an era. Crowded House and Kylie Minogue were among the standout acts, while international guests maintained global appeal. As the program concluded in July, its legacy was clear: Countdown had defined Australian music television for over a decade, shaping generations of fans and artists.
Episodes (23)
1. 15 February 1987 - Show #541
Aired 15 February 1987 • 55 min
Hosted by Crowded House.
2. Episode 2
Aired 22 February 1987 • 55 min
3. Episode 3
Aired 1 March 1987 • 55 min
4. Episode 4
Aired 8 March 1987 • 55 min
5. Episode 5
Aired 15 March 1987 • 55 min
6. Episode 6
Aired 22 March 1987 • 55 min
7. Episode 7
Aired 29 March 1987 • 55 min
8. Episode 8
Aired 5 April 1987 • 55 min
9. Episode 9
Aired 12 April 1987 • 55 min
10. 19 April 1987 - Show #550
Aired 19 April 1987 • 55 min
11. Episode 11
Aired 26 April 1987 • 55 min
12. Episode 12
Aired 3 May 1987 • 55 min
13. Episode 13
Aired 10 May 1987 • 55 min
14. Episode 14
Aired 17 May 1987 • 55 min
15. Episode 15
Aired 24 May 1987 • 55 min
16. Episode 16
Aired 31 May 1987 • 55 min
17. Episode 17
Aired 7 June 1987 • 55 min
18. Episode 18
Aired 14 June 1987 • 55 min
19. Episode 19
Aired 21 June 1987 • 55 min
20. Episode 20
Aired 28 June 1987 • 55 min
21. Episode 21
Aired 5 July 1987 • 55 min
22. 12 July 1987 - Show #562
Aired 12 July 1987 • 55 min
Hosts: Kylie Minogue, Mike Hammond & The Village People. Performances by The Village People, Paul Kelly & The Coloured Girls, Geisha. Exclusive live footage of Elton John performing 'Your Song'.
23. 19 July 1987 - Show #563
Aired 19 July 1987 • 55 min
Final episode of Countdown.