The end of an era.

The Newsreader

7.5 (51 votes)• 2021•Ended

Drama

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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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Languages: English

Starring Cast: Anna Torv, Sam Reid, William McInnes, Michelle Lim Davidson, Marg Downey, Chum Ehelepola

Cast

Anna Torv

Helen Norville

Sam Reid

Dale Jennings

William McInnes

Lindsay Cunningham

Michelle Lim Davidson

Noelene Kim

Marg Downey

Evelyn Walters

Chum Ehelepola

Dennis Tibb

Stephen Peacocke

Rob Rickards

Philippa Northeast

Kay Walters

Daniel Henshall

Bill McFarlane

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