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The Newsreader

The Newsreader

The end of an era.

20217.53 Seasons18 EpisodesEnded

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.

NetworksABC TV

Top Cast

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

Themes & Keywords

gay theme

About The Newsreader

The Newsreader is a drama series that first aired in 2021 exploring themes of gay theme. it stars Anna Torv, Sam Reid, William McInnes. 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.

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