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Series · 1997 – 1998 · Crime

Good Guys, Bad Guys

★5.5 1997 – 1998 2 Seasons Roger Simpson TV-MA

Good Guys, Bad Guys was an Australian crime TV series that screened on the Nine Network between 1997 and 1998, with a telemovie and twenty-six episodes produced. A comedy/drama set in Melbourne. The program was written for, and starred, Marcus Graham as Elvis Maginnis. A disgraced former cop, tainted by his criminal family and framed for corruption, Elvis owns "K for Kleen" drycleaning, managed by the eminently more sensible Stella Kinsella and sweetheart Reuben Zeus who has Tourette syndrome. Elvis's attempts at a straight life are constantly compromised by the demands of his eccentric family, while Stella's attempts at making "K-for-Kleen" turn a profit are frustrated by Elvis's penchant for damsels in distress and a hard-luck story. He may not have a white stallion, but Elvis has a beautiful Charger. The program was filmed in Melbourne, predominantly around the inner-city "bohemian" suburbs of St. Kilda, Fitzroy and Carlton. The film style incorporated local colour - Melbourne trams, landmarks like Smith Street's Cobra cane furniture shop, and the Builder's Arms Hotel as Elvis's local - and a soundtrack of the then-latest Australian music, matched to the action. The Good Guys, Bad Guys soundtrack CD features Regurgitator, The Fauves, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, The Whitlams, The Avalanches, Spiderbait, The Cruel Sea and The Mavis's among others.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 27 episodes

Only the Young Die Good

Episode 01

Only the Young Die Good

Mar 30, 1997

When his stepfather receives death threats and the police are unwilling to do anything, ex-cop Elvis Maginnis must get involved.

One Point Eight Million Reasons to Change Your Name (1)

Episode 02

One Point Eight Million Reasons to Change Your Name (1)

Apr 29, 1997

Elvis' efforts to clear himself of robbery charge take on new urgency when other members of his family are implicated.

One Point Eight Million Reasons to Change Your Name (2)

Episode 03

One Point Eight Million Reasons to Change Your Name (2)

May 6, 1997

Suspected of a 1.8 million dollar armored car robbery, Elvis must prove his innocence while on the run from both the police and a dangerous thug.

Gone to the Dogs

Episode 04

Gone to the Dogs

May 20, 1997

When his aunt and her greyhound arrive, Elvis becomes involved in a chaotic new world of race fixing, money laundering, and revenge.

New Dogs, Old Tricks

Episode 05

New Dogs, Old Tricks

Apr 22, 1997

Elvis's young cousin Spike breaks out of prison along with a dangerous criminal.

Fatal Distraction

Episode 06

Fatal Distraction

May 13, 1997

When a waterfront union boss is gunned down and funds are missing, his wife asks Elvis for help.

Angel

Episode 07

Angel

Jun 10, 1997

Trying to help a woman who ran in front of his car, Elvis is attacked and left for dead at the side of the road.

Return of the Phantom

Episode 08

Return of the Phantom

Apr 8, 1997

When a crate containing a deadly weapon arrives on his doorstep, Elvis's friends think that he is involved with international gun smugglers.

Storm Warning

Episode 09

Storm Warning

Apr 1, 1997

A friend's widow asks Elvis for help when volunteering to give evidence against corrupt police puts her life in danger.

A Bilby in Rat's Clothing

Episode 10

A Bilby in Rat's Clothing

Jun 24, 1997

Elvis tries to help a friend's son who is in trouble with a bookie, only to find that the criminals involved are mostly minors.

The Sound of One Hand Killing

Episode 11

The Sound of One Hand Killing

Apr 15, 1997

Elvis figures his life is in danger when a hit man he helped put away arrives back in town.

Little Time Bomb

Episode 12

Little Time Bomb

Jun 3, 1997

A street kid needs Elvis's help to fend off corrupt police and politicians.

Bloody Nosy

Episode 13

Bloody Nosy

Jun 17, 1997

An old friend is accused of stealing from some crooks and an undercover cop.

Unfinished Business

Episode 14

Unfinished Business

May 27, 1997

Elvis becomes the reluctant executor of a gangster's will involving the distribution of his estate.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 5.5 /10

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Synopsis

Good Guys, Bad Guys was an Australian crime TV series that screened on the Nine Network between 1997 and 1998, with a telemovie and twenty-six episodes produced. A comedy/drama set in Melbourne. The program was written for, and starred, Marcus Graham as Elvis Maginnis. A disgraced former cop, tainted by his criminal family and framed for corruption, Elvis owns "K for Kleen" drycleaning, managed by the eminently more sensible Stella Kinsella and sweetheart Reuben Zeus who has Tourette syndrome. Elvis's attempts at a straight life are constantly compromised by the demands of his eccentric family, while Stella's attempts at making "K-for-Kleen" turn a profit are frustrated by Elvis's penchant for damsels in distress and a hard-luck story. He may not have a white stallion, but Elvis has a beautiful Charger. The program was filmed in Melbourne, predominantly around the inner-city "bohemian" suburbs of St. Kilda, Fitzroy and Carlton. The film style incorporated local colour - Melbourne trams, landmarks like Smith Street's Cobra cane furniture shop, and the Builder's Arms Hotel as Elvis's local - and a soundtrack of the then-latest Australian music, matched to the action. The Good Guys, Bad Guys soundtrack CD features Regurgitator, The Fauves, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, The Whitlams, The Avalanches, Spiderbait, The Cruel Sea and The Mavis's among others.

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Cast

3 principal cast

Alison Whyte

Alison Whyte

Stella Kinsella

Marcus Graham

Marcus Graham

Elvis Maginnis

Travis McMahon

Travis McMahon

Reuben Zeus

Where to watch Good Guys, Bad Guys

Good Guys, Bad Guys is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The crime from Roger Simpson has 2 seasons and 27 total episodes, rated 5.5/10 by 4 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Good Guys, Bad Guys have?

Good Guys, Bad Guys has 2 seasons with 27 episodes in total.

Is Good Guys, Bad Guys still on the air?

Good Guys, Bad Guys has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Good Guys, Bad Guys?

Good Guys, Bad Guys airs on Nine Network.

When did Good Guys, Bad Guys first air?

Good Guys, Bad Guys first aired on March 30, 1997.

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