The Strip (New Zealand TV series)

The Strip is a New Zealand television drama series that aired on TV3 from 2002 to 2003. It was created by Gavin Strawhan and Rachel Lang.

Synopsis:

The series is set on Auckland's Karangahape Road, a vibrant and often chaotic inner-city street known for its nightlife, sex industry, and diverse community. It follows the lives of a group of individuals connected to the area, including club owners, sex workers, drag queens, police officers, and ordinary people navigating the challenges and opportunities of life on "The Strip". The show explored themes of love, loss, crime, and the search for belonging within a unique and sometimes gritty urban landscape.

Characters and Cast:

• Key characters included the owners and employees of various businesses along Karangahape Road, as well as police officers investigating crimes in the area.
• Notable cast members included Peter Elliott, Luanne Gordon, Jay Laga'aia, and Tammy Davis.

Production:

The series was produced by South Pacific Pictures. It was filmed on location in and around Karangahape Road in Auckland.

Reception:

• The Strip received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its gritty realism and depiction of a rarely seen side of New Zealand life, while others criticized its storylines and characters.
• The series ran for two seasons.