Breaking Away (1980) is a drama web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Breaking Away online in HD.
Breaking Away — Storyline
Breaking Away is a 1980 American comedy-drama television series that was based on the 1979 film of the same name. It was created by Steve Tesich, who wrote the original film, and the film's director Peter Yates served as Executive Producer.
As a prequel, the series was set during the year prior to the events of the film. Shaun Cassidy took over the role of Dave Stohler, a young man mad about bicycle racing and all things Italian. Barbara Barrie, Jackie Earle Haley and John Ashton reprised their roles from the film. The television series was set in Bloomington, Indiana, but was actually shot in Athens, Georgia.
The show was caught up in the 1980 Screen Actors Guild Strike and did not begin production until that fall. While heavily promoted by ABC, it was overlooked by TV audiences once it got on the air and suffered low ratings. It was cancelled after eight episodes were filmed, though only seven episodes aired during its original run. ABC showed reruns of the show during the summer of 1981, and it was also rerun by the Arts & Entertainment cable channel during 1985–1987.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Shaun Cassidy, Jackie Earle Haley, Thom Bray, Tom Wiggin, Barbara Barrie, Vincent Gardenia
Breaking Away — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1980-11-29 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Network | ABC |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 7/10 (3 votes) |
Breaking Away — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The Cutters (1980-11-29) — This series pilot is based on the 1979 film, but opens a year earlier as Dave Stohler (Shaun Cassidy) and his three close friends graduate from high school and resolve to stick tog
- E2: The American Dream (1980-12-06) — A fraternity uses a pretty co-ed to lure Mike into playing for its football team. Meanwhile, Dave decides to audit a college course.
- E3: Knowing Her (1980-12-13) — Moocher lands a job as a movie-theater usher. Mrs. Stohler enrolls in a real-estate course taught by an attractive widower. And romance enters Cyril's life in the form of a co-ed.
- E4: King of the Quarry (1980-12-20) — Townsfolk won't let Stohler forget that he lost his poise as a guest lecturer at the college. Meanwhile, Moocher is offered a well-paying job in Chicago.
- E5: Heart Like a Wheel (1980-12-27) — Moocher asks Nancy to move in with him. Mike readies for a drag race with a collegian. Dave's friendship with a co-ed may blossom into a romance.
- E6: Rainy Night in Georgia (1981-01-03) — Mrs. Stohler wants her husband to buy land she thinks the university will eventually need–and pay handsomely for when they need it. Meanwhile, the guys land a job painting a hardw
- E7: La Strada (1981-01-10) — Mrs. Stohler wants her husband to buy land she thinks the university will eventually need–and will pay handsomely for when they need it. Meanwhile, the guys land a job painting a
- E8: The Grand Illusion — Unaired episode, upon cancellation of series.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Breaking Away have? 1 season(s) with 8 episodes.
Where can I watch Breaking Away? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
