I Can Jump Puddles

Season 1

We follow the life of Alan Marshall who was struck down by Polio as a child and it shows how he overcame the crippling effects of the disease. It traces his life from childhood into early adulthood. Based upon his trilogy of autobiographical books "I can Jump Puddles", "This is the Grass" and "In Mine Own Heart".

Where to Watch I Can Jump Puddles • Season 1

9 Episodes

Run Like The Wind
E1
Run Like The WindIn the country town of Turalla, Victoria in the early 1900s Alan Marshall had not long started school when he contracted the crippling disease poliomyelitis.
The Weight of Air
E2
The Weight of AirWith the aid of crutches and a wheelchair, young Alan is able to attend school, where he makes new friends and confronts the class bully.
Starlight
E3
StarlightYoung Alan adapts quickly to walking on crutches and goes on to the new challenge of horseback riding.
Crutches Are Nothing
E4
Crutches Are NothingAn interest in writing is awakened by Alan's experiences on his first trip away from home.
Bona Fide Traveller
E5
Bona Fide TravellerNineteen-year-old Alan travels to Melbourne in search of a job and finds that few employers are eager to hire a handicapped person.
Getting Your Breath
E6
Getting Your BreathAlan receives word that Australia's leading literary magazine is preparing to publish his first story.
Take It Or Leave It
E7
Take It Or Leave ItBecause of his handicap, Alan is forced to work for half pay. Meanwhile, he travels the streets of Melbourne in search of material for his stories.
Boots, Boots, Boots!
E8
Boots, Boots, Boots!The year 1929 finds Alan working as an accountant in a boot factory, and falling in love for the first time.
Walk Into Paradise
E9
Walk Into ParadiseThe Depression takes its toll on the boot industry, so Alan helps his employer meet the payroll, and ultimately attempts to save the factory.