The Newsreader - Season 1

The Newsreader - Season 1

Season 1

Set in 1986, the first series of The Newsreader follows the unconventional relationship between an ambitious young TV reporter and the difficult star female news anchor as they cover extraordinary current events of the time. 

Network
Episodes6
DatesAug 15, 2021 - Sep 19, 2021
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Episodes

THREE, TWO, ONE…
Season 1Episode 155 min

THREE, TWO, ONE…

In 1986, ambitious reporter Dale and "difficult" newsreader Helen are thrown together in the cutthroat world of commercial TV news. Their first story: the launch of the Space Shuttle Challenger.

Aug 15, 2021
Once In A Lifetime
Season 1Episode 255 min

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.

Aug 22, 2021
The White Marquis Matinee Jacket
Season 1Episode 355 min

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'.

Aug 29, 2021
A Step Closer to the Madness
Season 1Episode 455 min

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.

Sep 5, 2021
No More Lies
Season 1Episode 555 min

No More Lies

Dale's career and his relationship with Helen couldn't be any better... until his prized interview with an HIV-positive mother goes horribly wrong. In the eye of a media storm, buried secrets comes to light.

Sep 12, 2021
Meltdown
Season 1Episode 655 min

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.

Sep 19, 2021

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