Crikey! It's the Irwins

About Crikey! It's the Irwins

'Crikey! It's the Irwins' is a wildlife reality television series that debuted on October 28, 2018, on the 'Animal Planet' network. This series follows the life, work, and legacy of Steve Irwin through his family: wife Terri, son Robert and daughter Bindi. It showcases their everyday life managing the Australia Zoo, rescuing and protecting wildlife, and their ongoing conservation work.

Making / Production

The series was filmed on location at the Australia Zoo in Queensland. The zoo itself spans over 100-acres and houses over one thousand animals. This makes for an ideal backdrop to showcase the Irwin family's wildlife adventures and the day-to-day operations of running such a colossal facility. The series is produced by Eureka Productions for Animal Planet.

Actors

• Terri Irwin: As herself, carries the legacy of her late husband Steve. Terri continues to educate about wildlife and conservation, exhibiting the passion for nature Steve was known for.
• Bindi Irwin: Daughter of Steve and Terri, Bindi plays herself and demonstrates her growing expertise in wildlife and commitment to animal conservation.
• Robert Irwin: Robert, the younger son of Steve, puts his wildlife knowledge on display and continues his father's enthusiastic approach to wildlife education and conservation.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series title 'Crikey!' was Steve Irwin's catchphrase.
• The Australia Zoo, where the series is filmed, was originally founded by Steve Irwin's parents in 1970.
• Bindi Irwin, in addition to her role in this series, has been actively involved in acting, dancing, singing, and has her own television shows.

Quotes

• "I swear, I am enough like Dad for the both of us" - Robert Irwin
• "This is who we are, this is what we do, this is our life" - Terri Irwin

Music, Soundtrack

• The show's theme song, 'The Crocodile Hunter', was originally used in Steve Irwin's show and continues in this series serving as a nod to Steve's impact and legacy.