The Newsreader

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.

First Air Date: 2021-08-15

Last Air Date: 2025-03-09

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 18

Created By: Michael Lucas

Networks: ABC TV

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Top Cast

Anna Torv as Helen Norville
Sam Reid as Dale Jennings
William McInnes as Lindsay Cunningham
Michelle Lim Davidson as Noelene Kim
Marg Downey as Evelyn Walters
Chum Ehelepola as Dennis Tibb
Stephen Peacocke as Rob Rickards
Philippa Northeast as Kay Walters
Robert Taylor as Geoff Walters
Caroline Lee as Jean Pascoe

Seasons

Season 1 (2021) - (6 Episodes)

Season 2 (2023) - (6 Episodes)

Season 3 (2025) - (6 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.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Three, Two, One… (2021-08-15)

In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
Ep. 2: Once in a Lifetime (2021-08-22)

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.
Ep. 3: The White Marquis Matinee Jacket (2021-08-29)

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".
Ep. 4: A Step Closer to the Madness (2021-09-05)

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.
Ep. 5: No More Lies (2021-09-12)

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.
Ep. 6: Meltdown (2021-09-19)

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.