The Newsreader

Season 1 2021

  • 2021-08-15T10:00:00Z on ABC
  • 1m
  • 5h 20m (6 episodes)
  • Australia
  • English
  • Drama
An unconventional relationship in a world on the cusp of change; a star newsreader and an ambitious reporter join forces in a ruthless 1986 newsroom, as events unfold that will change their lives.

6 episodes

Series Premiere

2021-08-15T10:00:00Z

1x01 Three, Two, One…

Series Premiere

1x01 Three, Two, One…

  • 2021-08-15T10:00:00Z55m

In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.

2021-08-22T10:00:00Z

1x02 Once in a Lifetime

1x02 Once in a Lifetime

  • 2021-08-22T10:00:00Z54m

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.

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".

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.

2021-09-12T10:00:00Z

1x05 No More Lies

1x05 No More Lies

  • 2021-09-12T10:00:00Z53m

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.

Season Finale

2021-09-19T10:00:00Z

1x06 Meltdown

Season Finale

1x06 Meltdown

  • 2021-09-19T10:00:00Z53m

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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