The Strauss Family is a British seven-part miniseries produced by Associated Television about 19th century Vienna's Strauss family: Johann I and his sons Johann II, Eduard, and Josef.
The Strauss Family (Season 1)
Anna (Episode 1)
Writer: Anthony Skene
Air date: 1972-11-07
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Johann I forsakes his wife Anna, who in turn occupies herself with young Johann's career.
Emilie (Episode 2)
Writer: David Reid
Air date: 1972-11-14
Runtime: 60 min
Schanni (Episode 3)
Writer: Anthony Skene
Air date: 1972-11-21
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Rivalry between father and son sparks, as young Johann challenges his father's reputation as "Waltz King" of Vienna.
Revolution (Episode 4)
Writer: Anthony Skene
Air date: 1972-11-28
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Austria's 1848 revolution causes split loyalties: elder Johann sides with the Hapsburgs, but his sons support the rebel forces.
Josef (Episode 5)
Writer: David Butler
Air date: 1972-12-05
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Broken health and a broken heart befall Johann I.
Hetti (Episode 6)
Writer: David Butler
Air date: 1972-12-12
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Family deaths overshadow Johann II's musical success.
Lili (Episode 7)
Writer: David Butler
Air date: 1972-12-19
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Johann's wife dies, his mistress leaves, and his new bride proves less than enamoured.
Adele (Episode 8)
Writer: David Butler
Air date: 1972-12-19
Runtime: 60 min
Overview: Romance with a younger woman spells possible scandal for Johann.
Seasons
Episodes 8