Michael Lucas
Director
The Newsreader (2021)
Season 1
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.
Released Aug. 15, 2021
Episode 53 min
17+
Genres: Drama
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Watch Providers: Spectrum On Demand, AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel Philo
Production Companies: Werner Film Productions
Network: ABC TV
6.6
S1E1 - Three, Two, One…
In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
Aug. 15, 2021, midnight
6.4
S1E2 - 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, midnight
6.2
S1E3 - 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, midnight
6.8
S1E4 - 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.
Sept. 5, 2021, midnight
6.6
S1E5 - 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.
Sept. 12, 2021, midnight
7.0
S1E6 - 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.
Sept. 19, 2021, midnight
Network: ABC TV
Episode Runtime: 53 min.
Season Runtime: 954 min.
Released: Aug. 15, 2021
Last Air Date: March 9, 2025, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-MA / 17+
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