Episode 1
Three, Two, One…
In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
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The Newsreader
2021TV-MA3 seasons7.5 / 10
The end of an era.
An unconventional relationship in a world on the cusp of change; a star newsreader and an ambitious bisexual reporter join forces in a ruthless 1986 newsroom, as events unfold that will change their lives.
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Synopsis
An unconventional relationship in a world on the cusp of change; a star newsreader and an ambitious bisexual reporter join forces in a ruthless 1986 newsroom, as events unfold that will change their lives.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
Once in a Lifetime
Helen and Dale's new alliance has become the talk of the office as they cover the much-hyped return of Halley's Comet. The closer Dale draws to Helen, the more he finds himself thrust into the spotlight.
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Episode 3
The White Marquis Matinee Jacket
When news breaks of Lindy Chamberlain's imminent release from prison, Helen, Dale and cameraman Tim fly to Darwin. But they'll face fierce competition as they fight to land the "interview of the century".
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Episode 4
A Step Closer to the Madness
Helen is deeply apprehensive about meeting Dale's mother, while Dale gets lumbered with Royal Wedding puff pieces. But their everyday concerns are thrown aside when a bomb goes off on Russell Street.
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Episode 5
No More Lies
Dale's career and his relationship with Helen couldn't be going any better, until his prized interview with an HIV-positive mother goes horribly wrong. In the eye of a media storm, buried secrets come to light.
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Episode 6
Meltdown
While Helen is still reeling after Dale's revelation, reports emerge of a nuclear accident in Chernobyl. In the face of great fear and uncertainty, the pair must confront who they really are to each other, and to themselves.
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More about The Newsreader
Cast
Anna TorvHelen Norville
Sam ReidDale Jennings
William McInnesLindsay Cunningham
Michelle Lim DavidsonNoelene Kim
Marg DowneyEvelyn Walters
Chum EhelepolaDennis Tibb
Stephen PeacockeRob Rickards
Philippa NortheastKay WaltersCredits
- Created by
- Michael Lucas
- Written by
- Michael Lucas, Niki Aken, Kim Ho, Adrian Russell Wills, Jonathan Gavin, Christine Bartlett
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 18
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
ABC TVAustralia
Werner Film ProductionsAustralia
Themes
gay theme
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