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The Newsreader

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The Newsreader

"The end of an era."

2021- 2025

3 Seasons

18 Episodes

7.4(58 votes)

Ended

Drama

Overview

An unconventional relationship in a world on the cusp of change; a star newsreader and an ambitious bisexual reporter join forces in a ruthless 1986 newsroom, as events unfold that will change their lives.

Where to Watch

Stream

Netflix

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Production Companies

Werner Film Productions

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

9 featured cast members

Starring

Anna Torv

Anna Torv

Helen Norville

Sam Reid

Sam Reid

Dale Jennings

William McInnes

William McInnes

Lindsay Cunningham

Michelle Lim Davidson

Michelle Lim Davidson

Noelene Kim

Marg Downey

Marg Downey

Evelyn Walters

Chum Ehelepola

Chum Ehelepola

Dennis Tibb

Stephen Peacocke

Stephen Peacocke

Rob Rickards

Philippa Northeast

Philippa Northeast

Kay Walters

Daniel Henshall

Daniel Henshall

Bill McFarlane

Creative team

Created by: Michael Lucas

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