Ocean Girl

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  • TV-Y7
  • 1994
  • 4 Seasons
  • 7.3  (1,976)

Ocean Girl is an Australian science-fiction television series that aired from 1994 to 1997 on the Ten Network. It follows the story of Neri, a mysterious young girl with special powers who lives alone on an uncharted island in the South Pacific ocean. The show stars Lauren Hewett as Neri, who stands out with her flowing blonde hair and ocean-blue eyes.

Neri's origins are unclear, but it is clear that she is not an ordinary human being. She has the ability to communicate with sea creatures and control the ocean, and she is fiercely protective of her island and its wildlife. Her isolated life is interrupted when she meets two boys, Jason and Brett Bates, who are visiting the island with their marine biologist mother, Dr. Dianne Bates, to study marine life in the area.

Jason and Brett are initially shocked by Neri's existence, but they quickly warm to her, fascinated by her strange abilities and her deep connection to the ocean. They also discover that Neri is being hunted by the Oceanic Research Foundation (ORF), a mysterious organization that is led by Dr. Hellegren, a scientist with his own agenda.

As the series progresses, Neri's past is slowly revealed, and Jason and Brett find themselves drawn into a complex web of intrigue and danger as they try to protect her from the ORF and uncover the truth about her origins. They are aided in their efforts by Winston Seth, a local fisherman who has his own secrets, and Vanessa Lane, a journalist who becomes involved in the story.

Despite its science-fiction themes, Ocean Girl is ultimately a story about friendship, trust, and the power of the natural world. It explores themes of environmentalism and conservation, as well as more universal themes of family, identity, and loyalty.

The series was produced on a relatively low budget, but it makes the most of its beautiful South Pacific locations and its talented cast, especially Hewett as Neri. She gives a captivating performance, conveying both the otherworldly nature of her character and the vulnerability and loneliness that lie beneath her seemingly mystical exterior.

The show's writing can be uneven at times, with some episodes veering into cliched melodrama or simplistic science-fiction tropes. However, the show's strengths lie in its world-building and its portrayal of the relationships between its various characters, particularly the bond between Neri and the Bates boys.

Overall, Ocean Girl is a charming and engaging show that will appeal to fans of science-fiction and adventure stories, as well as viewers of all ages who appreciate a well-told tale of friendship and the power of nature.

Ocean Girl is a series that is currently running and has 4 seasons (78 episodes). The series first aired on August 29, 1994.

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Seasons
The Queen
26. The Queen
December 22, 1997
Asleep on her island, Neri has a vision of her mother, who tells her that it is "her time," but Neri admits that she is afraid of what is to come.
The Blood Test
25. The Blood Test
December 19, 1997
As Praxis prepares to launch a nuclear torpedo at the pyramid, commandos storm ORCA, allowing Shersheba and Malakat to seize control of the station.
The Ice Melts
24. The Ice Melts
December 18, 1997
With the melting of the polar ice caps well under way, Malakat prepares for the invasion of Earth with seeming ambivalence towards the red virus.
The Countdown
23. The Countdown
December 17, 1997
With an attack against the aliens pending, all nonessential personnel are being evacuated from ORCA.
Before the Countdown
22. Before the Countdown
December 16, 1997
As the red virus spreads through the ocean, Jason must restrain Neri from going to Charlie's aid.
The Red Virus
21. The Red Virus
December 15, 1997
Paul and Brett are given an audience with the Global Union's Madam President to voice their opposition to Praxis's stand against the aliens.
The Taking of Hostages
20. The Taking of Hostages
December 12, 1997
Neri meets with Malakat on a deserted beach. During their talk, Malakat reveals that he was responsible for her mother's death.
The Attack
19. The Attack
December 11, 1997
Shelby requisitions the minifin to get a closer look at the underwater pyramid. Diane assigns a reluctant Jason as his pilot.
The Race
18. The Race
December 10, 1997
Richter talks Elly Hauser into rejoining agent Shelby on newly a reopened Project Phoenix.
Mera Escapes to Earth
17. Mera Escapes to Earth
December 9, 1997
Mera's spacecraft splashes down in the ocean, and as she swims to the surface, she is surrounded by commandos.
Helen Learns the Laughter
16. Helen Learns the Laughter
December 8, 1997
On the Ocean Planet, Mera is pursued by the rebels but is able to reach safety in the Pyramid of the Elders. A group of rebels arrives on Earth.
A Spirit Appears
15. A Spirit Appears
December 5, 1997
Jason and Brett return with Neri to their father's farm for Jason's birthday, but soon after arriving Paul is called away on business.
The Snake Bite
14. The Snake Bite
December 4, 1997
Jason and Winston climb the mountain on Neri's island to install surveillance equipment. Making their descent, Winston is bitten by a snake.
Attempt at Revival
13. Attempt at Revival
December 3, 1997
Neri is brought back to ORCA but she cannot be revived. Malakat and Shersheba successfully charge the ankh.
Imprisoned in the Bunker
12. Imprisoned in the Bunker
December 2, 1997
Malakat and Shersheba attempt to unleash the power of the pyramid but are told by Shalamorn that the ankh must be prepared first.
Cheat
11. Cheat
December 1, 1997
Neri is taken to Praxis headquarters, where she is interrogated. Her capture prompts Jason to put the ankh out of reach of Malakat and Shersheba.
The History of the Whale Woman
10. The History of the Whale Woman
November 28, 1997
Jakamarra takes Jason and Neri to where he has hidden the golden ankh. Malakat is able to determine the location of the cave in the outback.
The Hunt for the Golden Ankh
9. The Hunt for the Golden Ankh
November 27, 1997
Praxis's return to ORCA prompts Cass and Brett to seek Winston's help to delete all of Helen's records of Neri.
A Wrong Friend
8. A Wrong Friend
November 26, 1997
Shersheba makes a surprise visit to ORCA and Dianne gives Jason the task of showing her around the station.
The Bug
7. The Bug
November 25, 1997
Praxis closes in and apprehends the kids at the farm. Jason and Brett are returned to ORCA while Neri is transported, by boat, to Praxis headquarters.
The Lie Detector
6. The Lie Detector
November 24, 1997
With Jason and Brett back on ORCA, agents Shelby and Hauser arrive soon after looking for Neri. They lock down the base hoping to trap Neri inside.
Stranded in the Desert
5. Stranded in the Desert
November 23, 1997
Leaving the cave to find help, Jason is found by Jakamarra, who drives him back to the others but won't take them with him.
The Golden Ankh
4. The Golden Ankh
November 22, 1997
From the DNA sample obtained from a strand of Neri's hair, Praxis identifies Neri as an alien and makes her capture their top priority.
The Transport
3. The Transport
November 19, 1997
Neri, Jason and Brett wander into an archaeological dig and meet professor Malakat and Shersheba.
The Mysterious Pyramid
2. The Mysterious Pyramid
November 18, 1997
A return visit is made to the pyramid by Neri, Jason and Brett. Neri finds a way in and the boys follow in the minifin.
Operation Sphinx
1. Operation Sphinx
November 17, 1997
Brett and Jason are out testing a new diving suit when Jason encounters a strange bright light while underwater.
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Where to Watch Ocean Girl
Ocean Girl is available for streaming on the Ten website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Ocean Girl on demand at Amazon and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    August 29, 1994
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (1,976)
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