The Final Story 2001

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The Final Story 2001

"10 Years On"

2011

0h 46m

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Overview

Arguably the two most talented teams to ever meet in a Grand Final, the Brisbane Lions were on their way to creating a dynasty but first had to overcome a Bombers outfit who believed back-to-back flags was their birthright.

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8 featured cast members

Starring

Leigh Matthews

Kevin Sheedy

James Hird

Michael Voss

Jason Akermanis

Matthew Lloyd

Brad Scott

Damien Hardwick

Creative team

Directed by: Peter Dickson
Written by: Peter Dickson
Wayne Dyer
Produced by: Peter Dickson
Greg Miles

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