TV series
The Newsreader
2021–2025, English, on ABC TV. Created by Michael Lucas.
The end of an era.
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.
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 18
- Episode length
- 57 min
- Status
- Ended in 2025
Worth the Hype
Clear your evening for this.
7.4/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch
Stream
NetflixAvailability in India. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S3 E6: The Fall
Aired 9 March 2025
Seasons 3
Cast & crew
- Michael LucasCreator
- Anna TorvHelen Norville · 18 ep
- Sam ReidDale Jennings · 18 ep
- William McInnesLindsay Cunningham · 18 ep
- Michelle Lim DavidsonNoelene Kim · 18 ep
- Marg DowneyEvelyn Walters · 18 ep
- Chum EhelepolaDennis Tibb · 18 ep
- Stephen PeacockeRob Rickards · 18 ep
- Philippa NortheastKay Walters · 12 ep
- Robert TaylorGeoff Walters · 12 ep
- Caroline LeeJean Pascoe · 12 ep
- Chai HansenTim Ahern · 11 ep
- Maria AngelicoCheryl Ricci · 11 ep
Details
- First aired
- 15 August 2021
- Last aired
- 9 March 2025
- Network
- ABC TV
- Language
- English
- Country
- Australia
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-MA
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The Newsreader: quick answers
Is The Newsreader worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Newsreader are there?
The Newsreader has 3 seasons and 18 episodes, about 57 minutes each.
Is The Newsreader finished?
Yes. The Newsreader ended in 2025, so you can watch the whole story.
Where can I watch The Newsreader?
The Newsreader is streaming on Netflix.
Is The Newsreader suitable for kids?
The Newsreader is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Newsreader?
If you liked The Newsreader, try Fatal Attraction, Tyler Perry's Ruthless, Archie: The Man Who Became Cary Grant.
Who created The Newsreader?
The Newsreader was created by Michael Lucas and stars Anna Torv, Sam Reid, William McInnes.