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The Newsreader

Created by Michael Lucas

2021–2025

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.

First aired
15 Aug 2021
Episode length
52 min
Also known as
Ведущие новостей
Country
Australia
Language
English
Writers
Adrian Russell Wills, Christine Bartlett, Jonathan Gavin and 3 others
Executive producers
Brett Sleigh, Joanna Werner, Sally Riley, Stuart Menzies
Producers
Joanna Werner, Michael Lucas
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Seasons · 18 episodes

  • Season 1

    2021

    Set in 1986, the show follows the unlikely bond between a young TV reporter and a 'difficult' female newsreader as they cover events such as the shock of the Challenger explosion, the hype of Halley's Comet and complexities of the AIDS crisis.

  • Season 2

    2023

    A year on from the events of series one, we meet Helen and Dale, now established as ‘The Golden Couple of News’. To the outside world, they present a glowing image of success and romance... but the truth is more complex. As 1987 rolls along, global stocks will soar and crash, Australia will prepare to celebrate its Bicentennial year, and Helen and Dale grapple with who they really want to be in life - and whether that path can be together...

  • Season 3

    2025

    After achieving their dreams, Dale reigns as 'King of News' and Helen's fearless reporting earns her acclaim. But when a cynical network move pits the former lovers against each other, their bond will be tested like never before.

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