Season 1
(2021)
Overview
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.
Cast
as Helen Norville
as Dale Jennings
as Lindsay Cunningham
as Noelene Kim
as Evelyn Walters
as Dennis Tibb
as Rob Rickards
as Geoff Walters
as Tim Ahern
Episodes
Three, Two, One… 6.5
August 15, 2021
In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
Once in a Lifetime 6.3
August 22, 2021
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 White Marquis Matinee Jacket 6.2
August 29, 2021
When news breaks of Lindy Chamberlain's imminent release from prison, Helen, Dale and cameraman Tim fly to Darwin. But …
A Step Closer to the Madness 6.7
September 5, 2021
Helen is deeply apprehensive about meeting Dale's mother, while Dale gets lumbered with Royal Wedding puff pieces. But …
No More Lies 6.5
September 12, 2021
Dale's career and his relationship with Helen couldn't be going any better, until his prized interview with an HIV-posi…
Meltdown 7.0
September 19, 2021
While Helen is still reeling after Dale's revelation, reports emerge of a nuclear accident in Chernobyl. In the face of…