The Beachcombers

The Beachcombers (1972-1990)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy, Adventure

The Beachcombers follows the life of Nick Adonidas, a Greek-Canadian log salvager in British Columbia who earns a living traveling the coastline northwest of Vancouver with his partner Jesse aboard their logging tug Persephone tracking down logs that have broken away from barges and logging booms. Their chief business competitor is Relic, a somewhat unsavoury person who will occasionally go to great lengths to steal business (and logs) away from Nick.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S19E11SunsetDez. 12, 1990
S19E10Oh, Promise MeDez. 5, 1990
S19E09Dearly BelovedNov. 28, 1990
S19E08Last ThingsNov. 21, 1990
S19E07FuturesNov. 14, 1990
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Beachcombers' premiere?

'The Beachcombers' premiered on October 1st, 1972.

Who were the main characters in 'The Beachcombers'?

The main characters in 'The Beachcombers' were Relic and Nick.

In which Canadian province was 'The Beachcombers' set?

'The Beachcombers' was set in British Columbia, Canada.

What type of business did Relic and Nick run?

Relic and Nick ran a logging business.

Who played the character of Relic?

The character of Relic was played by Robert Clothier.

Who was the creator of 'The Beachcombers'?

The creator of 'The Beachcombers' was Marc Strange.

What was the name of the first educational documentary episode of 'The Beachcombers'?

The first educational documentary episode of 'The Beachcombers' was titled "Old Logging Days" and aired on November 19, 1972.

Who was the showrunner of 'The Beachcombers'?

The showrunner of 'The Beachcombers' was Brian Cooke.

How many episodes of 'The Beachcombers' were produced?

'The Beachcombers' produced 387 episodes.

What was the name of the boat that Relic and Nick used for their fishing expeditions?

The boat that Relic and Nick used for their fishing expeditions was called Persephone.

Who played the character of Nick?

The character of Nick was played by Bruno Gerussi.

What was the name of the rival logging company in 'The Beachcombers'?

The rival logging company in 'The Beachcombers' was called "The McGraw Company."

Who composed the theme music for 'The Beachcombers'?

The theme music for 'The Beachcombers' was composed by Jack Lenz.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch
Running

The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch

Gaining full and unprecedented access to one of the most infamous and secretive hotspots of paranormal and UFO-related activities on earth, The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch will feature a team of scientists and experts who will conduct a thorough search of this infamous 512-acre property located in Utah's Uinta Basin. They will attempt to find out the truth behind more than 200 years of mysteries - involving everything from UFO sightings and paranormal activities to animal mutilations and Native American legends of a shape-shifting creature known simply as The Skinwalker.

Dateline NBC
Running

Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC presents in-depth coverage of news stories. Rather than just reading news reports, as most news shows do, the reporters for this show research their subjects and interview the people closely involved to create an informative work of investigative journalism.

GenreDrama
America's Got Talent
Running

America's Got Talent

With the talent search open to acts of all ages, America's Got Talent has brought the variety format back to the forefront of American culture by showcasing performers from across the country. The series is a true celebration of the American spirit, featuring a colorful array of singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians, ventriloquists and hopeful stars, all vying for their chance to win America's hearts and the $1 million prize.

GenreMusic
The Morning Show
Running

The Morning Show

Nominated for three Golden Globes®, this unapologetically candid drama looks at the modern workplace through the lens of the people who help America wake up. Pull back the curtain on early morning TV.

GenreDrama
Celebrity Family Feud
Running

Celebrity Family Feud

Teams of celebrities and their families face off to name the top responses to questions posed to 100 people.

GenreFamily