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Is East of Eden coming back?

East of Eden (1981–1981) on ABC

The answer: Concluded February 11, 1981.
East of Eden poster
Network / streamer
ABC
Premiered
February 8, 1981
Ended
February 11, 1981
Runtime
~150 min per episode
1season
3episodes

About East of Eden

East of Eden ended on February 11, 1981, on ABC. The series was a television adaptation that aired over a short span, concluding its story in early February 1981.

This miniseries was a dramatic adaptation of John Steinbeck's 1952 novel, exploring themes of family, rivalry, and morality. It depicted the complex relationships between two brothers, reminiscent of Cain and Abel, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century California. The story focused on their personal struggles, love interests, and moral dilemmas, with a focus on the emotional and psychological conflicts faced by the characters.

The cast included Bruce Boxleitner as Charles Trask, Timothy Bottoms as Adam Trask, Jane Seymour as Kate Ames, and Lloyd Bridges as Samuel Hamilton. The series had a runtime of approximately 150 minutes.

East of Eden episode schedule

3 aired

Aired · 3

DateEp.Title
February 11, 1981 S1·E3 Part 3
February 9, 1981 S1·E2 Part 2
February 8, 1981 S1·E1 Part 1

East of Eden cast

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