Sunset Beach

Sunset Beach (1997-1999)

EndedScripted showDrama

Sunset Beach was a short-running American television soap opera, first broadcast in the United States on NBC on January 6, 1997, and last airing on December 31, 1999. The show followed the loves and lives of the people living in a fictional coastal city named Sunset Beach, on the coast of California. The show was co-produced by NBC and Spelling Television. It aired in over 70 countries around the world. Sunset Beach won two Daytime Emmy Awards and was nominated another 11 times. The show also received 22 nominations for various other awards.

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 12:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E255Episode 755Dec 31, 1999
S03E254Episode 754Dec 30, 1999
S03E253Episode 753Dec 29, 1999
S03E252Episode 752Dec 28, 1999
S03E251Episode 751Dec 27, 1999
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Sunset Beach premiere?

Sunset Beach premiered on January 6, 1997.

Who were some of the main characters on Sunset Beach?

Some of the main characters on Sunset Beach included Ben Evans, Meg Cummings, Annie Douglas Richards, Olivia Richards, and Gregory Richards.

What was the premise of Sunset Beach?

Sunset Beach was a soap opera that followed the lives of the residents in a small coastal town in California, including their romantic relationships, business dealings, and family dramas.

Who played the role of Ben Evans on Sunset Beach?

The role of Ben Evans on Sunset Beach was played by Clive Robertson.

What was the name of the hotel that featured prominently on Sunset Beach?

The hotel that featured prominently on Sunset Beach was called The Deep.

Who played the role of Meg Cummings on Sunset Beach?

The role of Meg Cummings on Sunset Beach was played by Susan Ward.

What was the name of the town where Sunset Beach was set?

The town where Sunset Beach was set was called Sunset Beach.

Who produced Sunset Beach?

Sunset Beach was produced by Aaron Spelling.

What was the time slot for Sunset Beach when it premiered?

When it premiered, Sunset Beach aired weekdays at 7pm on NBC.

Who played the role of Annie Douglas Richards on Sunset Beach?

The role of Annie Douglas Richards on Sunset Beach was played by Sarah Buxton.

What was the name of the character played by Timothy Adams on Sunset Beach?

The character played by Timothy Adams on Sunset Beach was named Casey Mitchum.

Who was the patriarch of the Richards family on Sunset Beach?

The patriarch of the Richards family on Sunset Beach was Del Douglas, played by John Aniston.

What was the name of the actress who played the role of Olivia Richards on Sunset Beach?

The actress who played the role of Olivia Richards on Sunset Beach was Lesley-Anne Down.

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  • Σάνσετ Μπιτς (Greece)

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