Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_12284476_8 (reverse VARCHAR, series VARCHAR)
### Question:
 how many reverse with series being iii series
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(reverse) FROM table_12284476_8 WHERE series = "III series"