Michael Lucas
Director
The Newsreader (2021)
Season 2
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...
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
8.5
S2E1 - Decision 87
It's one year on and Helen and Dale are now established as 'The Golden Couple of News'. It's Election Night 1987 - Hawke vs Howard. Competitor Geoff Walters is also making a well-publicised comeback on a rival network.
Sept. 10, 2023, midnight
10.0
S2E2 - People Like You and Me
The country is rocked by a shock mass shooting in the heart of Melbourne. When Helen races to air with confronting footage of the aftermath, she is seen as exploiting the tragedy, and public sentiment shifts against her.
Sept. 17, 2023, midnight
9.0
S2E3 - Greed and Fear
With international stock markets in freefall, Helen is plunged into crisis when a gossip columnist threatens to expose her troubled past. Feeling hunted, she turns to embattled CEO Charlie Tate for help.
Sept. 24, 2023, midnight
9.0
S2E4 - The Hungry Truth
As Australia's 1988 Bicentennial approaches, Helen is determined to interview a fiery Aboriginal activist. Meanwhile, Dale quietly plans an elaborate marriage proposal.
Oct. 1, 2023, midnight
9.0
S2E5 - A Model Daughter
The News At Six is approached by Geoff and Evelyn's daughter Kay Walters, who offers her story of addiction for a price, plunging Helen and Dale into an ethical dilemma.
Oct. 8, 2023, midnight
S2E6 - Fireworks
It's the biggest television event of the decade - Australia Day 1988, featuring a full re-enactment of the first fleet sailing into Sydney Harbour, ceremonies with Prince Charles and Princess Diana, and one of the biggest protests ever seen in Australia.
Oct. 15, 2023, 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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