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1. Offspring (2010–2017)
TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, Drama
The story of the impossible loves of 30-something obstetrician Nina Proudman and her fabulously messy family.
Stars: Asher Keddie, Kat Stewart, Richard Davies, Linda Cropper
Votes: 5,498
2. The Newsreader (2021– )
TV-MA | 313 min | Drama
In the 1980s, an embattled anchorwoman and an ambitious reporter confront studio politics and their own desires as they navigate the cut-throat world of Australia's news media.
Stars: Anna Torv, Sam Reid, William McInnes, Michelle Lim Davidson
Votes: 3,430
3. Jack Irish (2016–2021)
Not Rated | 52 min | Crime, Drama
Jack is engaged to find a missing person, only to be later framed for his murder. Jack is quickly caught up in a complex web of powerful vested interests that stretches from his home town of Fitzroy to a remote village in the Philippines.
Stars: Guy Pearce, Aaron Pedersen, Roy Billing, Damien Garvey
Votes: 3,361
4. Rush (2008–2011)
TV-MA | 45 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
They are trained to be smarter, tactically superior and technologically advantaged - Melbourne's answer for a cutting edge trend in policing worldwide.
Stars: Rodger Corser, Callan Mulvey, Nicole da Silva, Ashley Zukerman
Votes: 2,003
5. City Homicide (2006–2011)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
On the Homicide floor of a police headquarters in Melbourne, Australia, detectives work to bring justice for the deceased.
Stars: Shane Bourne, Nadine Garner, Aaron Pedersen, Damien Richardson
Votes: 1,714
6. Blue Heelers (1994–2006)
TV-14 | 60 min | Action, Crime, Drama
The series primarily focuses on the daily lives of Victorian police officers working at a police station in the fictional small town of Mount Thomas.
Stars: Julie Nihill, John Wood, Martin Sacks, Paul Bishop
Votes: 1,696
7. Satisfaction (2007–2010)
TV-MA | 60 min | Drama
Set in a high-class brothel, this new series creates a hyper-reality in which the viewer is privy to the private lives and emotions of five beautiful young women.
Stars: Kestie Morassi, Madeleine West, Alison Whyte, Diana Glenn
Votes: 1,474
8. Breaking News (1994–1997)
30 min | Comedy, Drama
Based on the making of a fictitious Australian CURRENT AFFAIRS show, Frontline blends invented events with REAL LIFE events. A true reflection of THE TIMES we live in.
Stars: Rob Sitch, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora, Alison Whyte
Votes: 1,345
9. Thank God You're Here (2006–2023)
60 min | Comedy, Game-Show
An improvisational comedy series in which a celebrity performer is dressed up in costume before passing through a door into a room where they are welcomed with the phrase "Thank God you're here."
Stars: Nicola Parry, Heidi Arena, Tom Gleisner, Ed Kavalee
Votes: 1,291
10. The Flying Doctors (1986–1992)
50 min | Drama
Follows the lives of a group of medical professions working for the Flying Doctors Service in the remote Australian outback.
Stars: Lenore Smith, Maurie Fields, Robert Grubb, Val Jellay
Votes: 1,040
11. Secret Bridesmaids' Business (2019)
60 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
The power of friendship comes to hand as three friends find this out through life and death situations.
Stars: Abbie Cornish, Katie McGrath, Georgina Haig, Alexander England
Votes: 832
12. Stingers (1998–2004)
60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Stingers reveals the shadowy and ambiguous world of undercover cops - people with covert lives and constantly changing identities. They are the police who defeat crime from within the criminal world.
Stars: Peter Phelps, Kate Kendall, Anita Hegh, Ian Stenlake
Votes: 613
13. The Craic (1999)
86 min | Comedy
Two Irish actors (Jimeoin McKeown, Alan McKee) flee from 1988 Belfast after a violent confrontation with a leader (Robert Morgan) of the IRA and illegally enter Australia. Seeking acting ... See full summary »
Director: Ted Emery | Stars: Jimeoin, Alan McKee, Colin Hay, Bob Franklin
Votes: 605
14. Metal Skin (1994)
TV-MA | 115 min | Action, Drama, Romance
A teenager's involvement with a young Don Juan, his girlfriend and a Satan-worshipping shoplifter leads to tragedy.
Director: Geoffrey Wright | Stars: Aden Young, Tara Morice, Nadine Garner, Ben Mendelsohn
Votes: 550
15. Get Krack!n (2017–2019)
30 min | Comedy
Having conquered the cutthroat world of satirical cooking shows Kate McLennan and Kate McCartney take a Sassy Swipe at the bright, chirpy world of morning TV with their signature brand of social awkwardness and unprofessionalism.
Stars: Kate McCartney, Kate McLennan, Bec Petraitis, Kate Dehnert
Votes: 505
16. Thunderstone (1999–2000)
30 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
A comet hit the Earth, destroying all. The world is frozen, but some humans managed to survive. Noah lives in an underground community. While improving the Holodeck, Noah accidentally travels in time.
Stars: Jeffrey Walker, Mereoni Vuki, Daniel Daperis, Kate Keltie
Votes: 408
17. The Micallef Program (1998–2001)
30 min | Comedy
A skit-based comedy program, fronted by Australian comedian Shaun Micallef.
Stars: Shaun Micallef, Wayne Hope, Roz Hammond, Francis Greenslade
Votes: 349
18. Twentysomething (2011–2013)
Comedy
Best friends Jess and Josh did not go to university or have talent on the drive to grow up. They decide that it's time to become their own bosses.
Stars: Jess Harris, Josh Schmidt, Hamish Blake, Simon Russell
Votes: 253
19. True Story with Hamish & Andy (2017–2018)
Comedy
Hamish & Andy sit down with everyday Australians who recount hilarious true stories that happened to them, with the events in the stories being recreated by Australian actors in filmed dramatisations.
Stars: Hamish Blake, Andy Lee, Rod Mullinar, Ryan Shelton
Votes: 210
20. Real Stories (2006)
Comedy
A ground breaking program that is confronting, heart-warming and inspiring. It's the fifth best current affairs program on Australian television.
Stars: Andy Lee, Hamish Blake, Ryan Shelton, Jennifer Adams
Votes: 205
21. Good Guys Bad Guys (1997–1998)
50 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
This show turns around Elvis Maginnis, a former policeman from a criminal family, who now runs a dry-cleaning business.
Stars: Marcus Graham, Alison Whyte, Travis McMahon, Samuel Johnson
Votes: 168
22.
The Newsreader (2021– )
Episode:
The White Marquis Matinee Jacket
(2021)
TV-MA | 52 min | Drama
When news breaks of Lindy Chamberlain's imminent release from prison, Helen, Dale and cameraman Tim fly to Darwin. But they'll face fierce competition as they fight to land the "interview of the century".
Director: Emma Freeman | Stars: Anna Torv, Sam Reid, William McInnes, Michelle Lim Davidson
Votes: 168
23. Janus (1994–1995)
50 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Four members of the infamous Hennessey clan are acquitted of the shooting of two policemen in a bungled bank heist. Melbourne is shocked as brothers Mal and Steve, along with brother-in-law Darren Mack and friend Ken Hardy, walk free.
Stars: Chris Haywood, Simon Westaway, Jeremy Kewley, Felix Nobis
Votes: 107
24.
Jack Irish (2016–2021)
Episode:
Episode #3.3
(2021)
Not Rated | 54 min | Crime, Drama
The countdown to payday begins as Jack hunts down Barry's killer, but as the truth begins to come out, Jack's world is turned upside down.
Director: Greg McLean | Stars: Guy Pearce, Marta Dusseldorp, Aaron Pedersen, Roy Billing
Votes: 104
25.
Secret Bridesmaids' Business (2019)
Episode:
Episode #1.4
(2019)
45 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
Melanie provokes a dangerous new rage in Jakob when she digs into his past. Olivia hides her diagnosis from those closest, while Saskia's unexpected relationship history is revealed.
Director: Jennifer Perrott | Stars: Abbie Cornish, Katie McGrath, Georgina Haig, Alexander England
Votes: 95
26.
Secret Bridesmaids' Business (2019)
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(2019)
43 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
Melanie turns stalker in a bid to save another woman from Jakob's harassment, while Olivia discovers Alex's darkest secret, and Saskia starts to spiral in the aftermath of a vicious attack.
Director: Jennifer Perrott | Stars: Abbie Cornish, Katie McGrath, Georgina Haig, Alexander England
Votes: 84
27. The Henderson Kids II (1987)
50 min | Drama, Family
When Tamara and Steve Henderson left Haven Bay, they came to the city with their father, Wal. For the last two years they've been travelling, settling for a short time and moving on. Wal's ... See full summary »
Stars: Nadine Garner, Paul Smith, Anita Smith, Nathan Croft
Votes: 75
28. MDA (2002–2005)
50 min | Drama
Medical Defence Australia, a team of lawyers and doctors who defend doctors charged with malpractice, ranging from Botox injections gone wrong to spinal cord injuries.
Stars: Shane Bourne, Angus Grant, Petra Yared, Jason Donovan
Votes: 73
29. Welcher & Welcher (2003)
26 min | Comedy, Crime
Enter a world of controlled madness at Welcher and Welcher - the law firm presided over by Quentin Welcher. A solicitor with a massive ego, he is a pompous, accident-prone fool and a terrible lawyer to boot.
Stars: Shaun Micallef, Robyn Butler, Francis Greenslade, Santo Cilauro
Votes: 60
30.
Offspring (2010–2017)
Episode:
Making Peace
(2010)
TV-MA | 42 min | Comedy, Drama
Nina feels the urge to make peace with her own past after Alice's arrival.
Director: Glendyn Ivin | Stars: Asher Keddie, Kat Stewart, Don Hany, Deborah Mailman
Votes: 44
31.
City Homicide (2006–2011)
Episode:
In Harm's Way
(2010)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Melbourne's streets are being terrorised by thugs committing crimes of random violence. Someone needs to take a stand. The police are valiantly fighting the fight. For victims of crime, it's not good enough. But is vigilantism the answer?
Director: Pino Amenta | Stars: Shane Bourne, John Adam, Nadine Garner, Aaron Pedersen
Votes: 35
32.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
The Siege
(1994)
26 min | Comedy, Drama
Mike does a live interview with a gunman who is holding his children hostage during a siege.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 34
33.
Rush (2008–2011)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(2008)
TV-MA | 45 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A gunman shoots Stella, who is saved by her bulletproof vest. Lawson realises the man is trying to commit suicide-by-cop.
Director: Geoff Bennett | Stars: Rodger Corser, Callan Mulvey, Claire van der Boom, Josef Ber
Votes: 31
34.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
The Souffle Rises
(1994)
26 min | Comedy, Drama
When Mike gets concerned about appearing light-weight, he makes an ill-advised editorial about Macedonia. Martin interviews a difficult child prodigy, while Brooke interviews Ugly Dave Gray.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 27
35. Waiting at the Royal (2000 TV Movie)
Drama
Director: Glenda Hambly | Stars: Catherine McClements, Noni Hazlehurst, Josephine Byrnes, Joey Kennedy
Votes: 26
36.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
The Desert Angel
(1994)
27 min | Comedy, Drama
Problems emerge when Frontline show a moving memorial to a missing aid worker, and later find out that she has turned up alive. Brooke interviews a "close friend", tennis player Pat Cash.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 25
37.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
The Code
(1997)
28 min | Comedy, Drama
When This Is Your Life make Mike their star guest, Martin becomes the episode's researcher. Mike sacks Elliot, the regular Friday night funny-man.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Steve Bisley, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 24
38. Embassy (1990–1992)
50 min | Drama
A soap opera set in the Australian embassy to Ragaan, an imaginary South East Asian country.
Stars: Alan Fletcher, Nicki Wendt, Joseph Spano, Frankie J. Holden
Votes: 23
39.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Give 'em Enough Rope
(1995)
28 min | Comedy, Drama
The Frontline team attend the premiere of their network's new soap opera, Rainbow Island. An artist provides Brooke with an interesting self-portrait. Mike interviews the owner of the network.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Kevin J. Wilson, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 23
40.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
City of Fear
(1994)
27 min | Comedy, Drama
The team do a story on a local serial killer. Mike has problems with his fan mail.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 20
41.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
This Night of Nights
(1994)
25 min | Comedy, Drama
Mike has trouble finding someone to take with him on a date to the Logie Awards.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 20
42.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Changing the Face of Current Affairs
(1995)
25 min | Comedy, Drama
Network management hire an American consultant in order to rejuvenate Frontline's image.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Kevin J. Wilson, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 19
43.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Keeping Up Appearances
(1995)
27 min | Comedy, Drama
A gay magazine has Mike in its cover photo. Brooke interviews an acid attack victim.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Kevin J. Wilson, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 19
44.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Epitaph
(1997)
30 min | Comedy, Drama
Mike flies to a remote Aboriginal community when he goes on a health crusade.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Steve Bisley, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 19
45.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
The Art of Gentle Persuasion
(1994)
27 min | Comedy, Drama
When Martin tries to interview the husband of the victim of a crocodile attack, he has to resort to some unusual methods to get it. Mike does an expose on table-top dancing.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 19
46.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Add Sex and Stir
(1994)
27 min | Comedy, Drama
Martin becomes unhappy when he is forced to take a holiday. Brooke does a story on a female cricketer who has been sacked from the national team because she's not a lesbian.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 18
47.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Heroes and Villains
(1995)
28 min | Comedy, Drama
The Frontline team start a debate on racism. Brooke finds it hard to portray a heart surgeon as a hero.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Kevin J. Wilson, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 18
48.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Let the Children Play
(1995)
25 min | Comedy, Drama
Mike receives a visit from his niece. Frontline "borrow" A Current Affair's idea of a playground construction challenge story.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Kevin J. Wilson, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 18
49.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
Smaller Fish to Fry
(1994)
26 min | Comedy, Drama
As they prepare to re-negotiate their contracts for another year, the Frontline team do a series of stories on shonky repairmen, which encourages Mike to try going after one of the "big fish" of the industry.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Bruno Lawrence, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 18
50.
Breaking News (1994–1997)
Episode:
The Great Pretenders
(1995)
25 min | Comedy, Drama
Frontline appoint a new legal advisor. Martin bails out a Nazi. Mike plays for an unusual home viewer on Jackpot.
Directors: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy, Rob Sitch | Stars: Rob Sitch, Kevin J. Wilson, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora
Votes: 18