The Tribe
"Look into the future... What do you see?"
The Tribe is a New Zealand/British post-apocalyptic fictional TV series primarily aimed at teenagers. It is set in a near-future in which all adults have been wiped out by a deadly virus, leaving the children of the world to fend for themselves. The show's focus is on an unnamed city inhabited by tribes of children and teenagers. It was primarily filmed in and around Wellington, New Zealand. The series was created by Raymond Thompson and Harry Duffin and was developed and produced by the Cloud 9 Screen Entertainment Group in conjunction with the UK's Channel 5. It has aired on over 40 broadcast networks around the world.
Genre: Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Actor: Meryl Cassie, Tom Hern, Caleb Ross, Michael Wesley-Smith, Victoria Spence, Vicky Rodewyk, James Napier, Beth Allen
Creator: Harry Duffin, Raymond Thompson
Country: New Zealand, United Kingdom
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Duration: 0h 25m
Release: 1999
Rating: 6.7
Season 1 - The Tribe
25 Apr 1999
"A mysterious figure watches the group at the mall as Amber informs Dal that they can't abandon the others."
01 May 1999
"Bray explains that he has been spying on the tribe to make sure the mall is a safe place to bring Trudy to have her baby -- but should she be allowed to stay?"
09 May 1999
"Trudy's illness has worsened, and Bray's persistent disappearances are increasingly aggravating the rest of the group."
15 May 1999
"Salene is fed up with the lack of respect for the chore assignments around the mall."
16 May 1999
"Upon learning that he's the father of Trudy's baby, Zoot is strongly encouraged by Bray to give up his leadership of the Locos."
22 May 1999
"Unexpected \"guests\" have been found in the mall, prompting a new method for assigning chores -- now, if only the various tribe members can adhere to their assignments."
23 May 1999
"The tribe holds an election to determine their leader, choosing between Amber and Lex."
29 May 1999
"It's up to Lex to get Jack off the hook for hiding food from the rest of the tribe -- otherwise, Lex's own secret supply of water may be revealed as well."
30 May 1999
"Frightened by ghastly sounds coming from beneath the mall, the guys accompany Lex into the sewers to investigate -- that is, all but Bray, who seems to know what the others are after."
05 Jun 1999
"Despite having won the election, Lex appears to be losing his war against Amber as the boys begin to help the girls with their assignments, and he takes it out on Bluebell."
06 Jun 1999
"With Cloe missing from the night before, Lex organizes a search party, but unfortunately they're headed in the wrong direction."
12 Jun 1999
"While in danger of being caught by the Locos in the forest, Cloe is rescued by a mysterious girl named Tai-San."
13 Jun 1999
"Zandra is ready to take things to the next level with Lex, but when their date goes horribly awry, the other girls in the tribe feel Lex should be punished."
19 Jun 1999
"Bray's been captured by the Locos, and their new leader, Ebony, wants to know everything he has to tell about Zoot's whereabouts."
20 Jun 1999
"Much to Zandra's chagrin and Lex's relief, the wedding is interrupted when Ebony is discovered within the mall and imprisoned by the tribe members."
26 Jun 1999
"Following her encounter with Lex, Ebony escapes the mall, leaving the Mallrats to wonder if they're safe in staying."
27 Jun 1999
"As the Mallrats prepare for the impending attack on the mall by the Locos, Bray sets Ebony straight with the truth about Zoot's mysterious disappearance and comes to an agreement with the Locos' new leader."
03 Jul 1999
"Trudy decides to take her depression into her own hands by downing a bunch of sleeping pills and is discovered by Salene, who chooses to do nothing about it."
04 Jul 1999
"Tensions are high within the Mallrats. Trudy has woken from her self-imposed slumber, becomes confrontational with Amber and gives Bray the silent treatment."
10 Jul 1999
"Fed up with the tribe, Trudy and Dal have left the mall, leaving only a note behind."
11 Jul 1999
"Tai-San continues to elude Lex's affections the morning after their trysts, much to Lex's confusion and frustration. Meanwhile, Ryan has romantic -- though odd -- dreams about Zandra."
17 Jul 1999
"Thinking it will land him more late-night encounters, Lex encourages Tai-San to teach him the ways of spiritual awakenings."
18 Jul 1999
"The Nomads have decided against Dal's leaving the tribe and have taken him prisoner. Sasha's attempt to release him lands him in custody as well -- but what do the Nomads have in store for their prisoners?"
24 Jul 1999
"Dal and Sasha work out a plan of escape from the Nomads. Back with the Mall Rats, Zandra's anger and distrust of Tai-San goes on, prompting her to assign Lex a true test of his loyalty."
25 Jul 1999
"Most of the tribe head to the gathering at the beach. Meanwhile, Salene, Patsy and Trudy remain at the Mall and encounter troubles of their own."
25 Jul 1999
"The tribal gathering goes horribly awry, with Lex meeting an old foe and the gang getting on the wrong side of Ebony. Meanwhile, at the Mall, Salene confesses all to Trudy."
01 Aug 1999
"Food continues to go missing from the supply, and though Trudy has forgiven Salene the wrongdoing, she encourages her to come clean to the rest of the group."
07 Aug 1999
"A lot more food has gone missing, and people are starting to notice. Sasha is becoming more and more a favorite among the Mall Rats, including Amber. Bray, however, isn't nearly as keen on Sasha's presence."
08 Aug 1999
"Sasha leads a group to trade with another tribe living at a nearby farm. But despite Bray's warning to leave the mall after the wedding ceremony, Sasha finds himself getting even closer with Amber."
14 Aug 1999
"The mall is hopping with everyone working on the upcoming wedding of Zandra and Lex."
15 Aug 1999
"Lex and Zandra celebrate their honeymoon away from the others, while Amber and Sasha spend their own time away."
21 Aug 1999
"With the place in complete disarray, Trudy is becoming increasingly frustrated with being the only person who works around the mall. Jack wants to become more mobile and enlists Dal and KC to help make it happen."
22 Aug 1999
"Ryan and Salene become considerably closer as he helps her escape her newfound prison and she entrusts her secrets with him. Having decided to leave the tribe, Amber and Sasha return to the mall to find the gang in shambles."
28 Aug 1999
"Sasha's departure has left Amber depressed and unable to let go, leading to further power struggles with Lex."
29 Aug 1999
"Jack believes he's made a discovery that could potentially change the lives of everyone: an adult wandering the streets!"
04 Sep 1999
"Patsy has come face-to-face with the mysterious adult wandering about and convinces him to come back to the mall in hopes that he'll help restore order and hope to the group."
05 Sep 1999
"What was once believed to be a blessing becomes the Mall Rats' worst nightmare when it's discovered that the mysterious old man seen wandering the streets is actually Glen, who now has the virus and has begun rapidly aging."
11 Sep 1999
"Bray, Amber, Lex, Dal and KC split into two teams and leave the mall to find any clues to a cure for the virus afflicting Glen."
12 Sep 1999
"Following Glen's death, the tribe are more determined than ever to find a cure for the Virus. Bray, Amber, Lex and Dal travel to Hope Island in search of information."
18 Sep 1999
"Amber, Bray, Lex and Dal are trapped inside the lab at Hope Island with little time to escape before \"full decontamination\" of the facility is initiated."
19 Sep 1999
"KC is gambling away the tribe members' personal items, including the pig! Can Cloe help win it all back?"
25 Sep 1999
"In his efforts to help Cloe escape the casino, KC has been captured. To continue the clearing of his conscience, Lex sets out to rescue KC, though the young gambler may not be welcomed back to the mall."
26 Sep 1999
"Just as Bray feared, the Tribe Circus -- led by the insane Top Hat -- invades the mall attempting to enslave the Mall Rats, but the Mall Rats aren't giving up without a fight."
1999-10-23
"The Mall Rats have encountered a literal roadblock on their way to Eagle Mountain, but they're saved by the sudden arrival of Bray and Ebony in one of the Locos' buses."
Season 2 - The Tribe
2000-01-09
"Reeling from his loss, Bray lashes out at Lex, who he blames for Trudy's disappearance. KC, Patsy and Cloe go trading, Ellie tries to smooth things over with Jack, while Ebony resorts to blackmail to get what she wants."
26 Feb 2000
"The Mall Rats encounter revolt from other tribes, who are tired of working and threaten strike. Ebony opens her heart to Bray, but he only has eyes for Danni. Ryan stupidly makes Lex fall off the wagon, and there is an unexpected return."
04 Mar 2000
"The tribe is astounded by the return of Trudy, who remains cagey about the details of her escape. Most wonder whether the Chosen will come for her, whereas Ebony sees it as an opportunity to exert power."
04 Mar 2000
"Alice lies trapped in the farmhouse, Ebony continues to throw her weight around, and Ryan tries in vain to make up with Salene."
11 Mar 2000
"Bray and Danni prepare for the tribal forum, Alice encourages Lex to improve himself and Trudy forgives Patsy her mistake, but arouses Salene's suspicions in the process."
18 Mar 2000
"Bray is confident the Mall Rats can bring peace to the City, but only if they allow Billy-Boy, the leader of the Jackals, to trade at market. Alice makes a move on Lex, Ryan decides to move on, and Jack is given a special assignment."
29 Apr 2000
"Ebony demands that Patsy tell her everything she knows, Cloe discovers another of Trudy's secrets, while Bray, Danni, Lex and Ryan find themselves in mortal danger."
06 May 2000
"Danni and the other tribe leaders are prisoners of the Chosen, and the Mall is invaded."
06 May 2000
"With the rest of the tribe imprisoned in the hotel, Bray, Lex, Ryan and Jack plan to break them out and save the City from destruction."
Season 4 - The Tribe
06 Jan 2002
"The remaining Mall Rats band together to find out what is going on, while Trudy helps Amber deliver her baby. Salene finds a little girl close to the Mall and takes her home, but someone is watching her."
10 Mar 2002
"Trudy reveals what happened to her and Amber, with her location narrowed down to a guarded building in the City. Ram plays mind games, and Salene and Pride play a prank on Mouse and Sammy."
04 Apr 2002
"Following his victory, Lex has a newfound popularity in the City. Amber asks Cloe to use Ved to gain information on the Technos' experiments, and Mouse and Sammy come up with a get rich quick scheme."
04 Apr 2002
"Sammy comes up trumps with footage of the Technos' secret experiments, and Pride's friend Patch helps the Mall Rats hijack the CityNet broadcast."
20 Apr 2002
"The City has running water again, and Ram rigs the City Leader election in Salene's favor, believing her to be easy to manipulate. Ebony is heartbroken over Jay, leading her to make an important decision."
27 Apr 2002
"The Technos prepare their cyber caf\u00e9s for use by the City's inhabitants. Ram announces his and Ebony's nuptials, with Salene roped into officiating the ceremony, while Pride's disdain for the Technos gets him into trouble."
05 May 2002
"Lex brings Siva to live at the Mall, Ebony receives a very tempting offer, May reappears in reality space, and Jay's hopes of a brave new world are dashed."
01 Jun 2002
"Jay is the most sought after person in the City, with the Mall under attack by an angry mob who believe he is being hidden there. He finds help from an unlikely source, but may not be as safe as he assumes."
Season 5 - The Tribe
29 Mar 2003
"As May searches the City for Pride, she experiences the Zoot rumors firsthand. Mega and Java play mind games, Salene's situation is increasingly perilous, and Jack tries to convince Gel to go to the Mall with him."
19 Apr 2003
"Amber and Salene arrive at the Ecos' place, where they hold a ceremony for Pride. Jack is horrified after his run in with \"Zoot\", prompting fear among the tribe, while Sammy and Mouse have a similar close encounter."
19 Apr 2003
"Amber and Salene head home, while Trudy and Jay agree to keep their relationship secret. Mouse and Sammy tell Jack of their encounter with \"Zoot\", leading to a discovery. Mega and Java plot..."
26 Apr 2003
"The Mall Rats meet with Ebony and her followers, Amber and Salene arrive back in the City, Lex goes on the hunt, May continues her spying, and Ram makes a breakthrough."
26 Apr 2003
"Lex reveals Ram's real identity to Ruby, Trudy worries about Amber's reaction to her and Jay's relationship, and Ellie, suffering from amnesia, reappears in the City, only to be taken prisoner by the Zootists."
26 Jul 2003
"The devastated group at Liberty bury Java and Siva, with Lex angry at Ebony and Ram inconsolable. May confronts Salene about her drinking, Jack and Ellie fight, and Sammy risks breaking the law in an effort to impress Gel."
26 Jul 2003
"Ellie's short temper lands her in trouble with Mega, Jay is conflicted in his feelings for Trudy, and Ruby's jealousy about Slade and Ebony's relationship intensifies."
Season 6 - The Tribe
