Breaking Away - Production & Contact Info

Breaking Away(1980–1981)
TV Series | 60 min | Drama, Family

Breaking Away(1980–1981)

TV Series | 60 min | Drama, Family

Four buddies live in Bloomington, Indiana, facing life as working class "cutters" in a college town. Focus is on Dave and his $1200 La Strada bike.

Seasons

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Creator

Steve Tesich (created by) (story) (written by)

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Edit Released

Updated Nov 29, 1980

Release date (First episode)

Nov 29, 1980 (United States)

Awards

Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmy Awards.

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Cast	+ Add Cast
50 cast members

Name	Episodes	Known for
Barbara Barrie Evelyn Stoller / Eveyln Stoller Evelyn Stoller / Eveyln Stoller See fewer	8	Breaking Away(1979)
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