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1. Frank Canvas

Short, Comedy | Announced

A militant home decorator is tested beyond his limits by two diminutive and unrelenting foes.

Director: Brad McMurray | Stars: John Batchelor, Brad McMurray

2. The Appleton Ladies' Potato Race (2023 TV Movie)

108 min | Comedy, Drama

Penny returns to her childhood home for the Appleton Show and its 'world famous' potato race, she is outraged that the men's first prize pays out $2,000 and the winning woman's prize is only $200. She is determined to right this wrong.

Director: Lynn Hegarty | Stars: Claire van der Boom, Katie Wall, Geneviève Lemon, Tiriel Mora

Votes: 143

3. Barons (2022– )

TV-14 | Drama

70s surf counter culture and commerce collide as a group of best friends, inspired by the ocean, create what will become iconic rival surf brands. Little do they know that their success will tear them, and their world, apart.

Stars: Ben O'Toole, Jillian Nguyen, Sean Keenan, Hunter Page-Lochard

Votes: 495

4. The Longest Weekend (2022)

78 min | Drama

Three disconnected siblings find themselves living once again under the same roof when the father who abandoned them returns to their lives.

Director: Molly Haddon | Stars: Mia Artemis, John Batchelor, Elly Hiraani Clapin, Adam Golledge

Votes: 115

5. Barons (2022– )
Episode: Paradise Lost (2022)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Australia 1971, a group of surfers chase their sun-soaked dreams, but best mates Trotter and Snapper soon become bitter rivals as competing surf brands are born.

Director: Shawn Seet | Stars: Ben O'Toole, Rasmus King, Hunter Page-Lochard, Sean Keenan

Votes: 37

6. Barons (2022– )
Episode: Ride the White Horse (2022)

TV-14 | 54 min | Drama

Six months later. Reg is released from prison, but a surf trip with Snapper to Bali takes a dangerous turn. Meanwhile, Buddy and Hunter party in California and Hunter finally has to pay the price of lying to his parents.

Director: Shawn Seet | Stars: Lincoln Younes, Alea O'Shea, George Pullar, Meg Fraser

Votes: 20

7. Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway (2021)

PG | 93 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Thomas and Bea are now married and living with Peter and his rabbit family. Bored of life in the garden, Peter goes to the big city, where he meets shady characters and ends up creating chaos for the whole family.

Director: Will Gluck | Stars: Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson, David Oyelowo, James Corden

Votes: 14,669 | Gross: $40.50M

8. Groundhog Night (2020)

16 min | Short, Comedy, Drama

For carer Gary, moving on and keeping his family together isn't always easy. Tensions run high when his late wife's parents arrive unannounced after he brings home a date.

Directors: Genevieve Clay-Smith, Rawley Reynolds | Stars: John Batchelor, Genevieve Clay-Smith, Emily Dash, Chris Haywood

Votes: 14

9. Reckoning (2019)
Episode: You Should Be Dancing (2020)

TV-MA | 45 min | Thriller

The investigation leads Mike and his partner Cyd to a nearby town, where they learn about a woman who went missing 26 years ago.

Directors: Peter Andrikidis, Jennifer Leacey, Shawn Seet | Stars: Aden Young, Sam Trammell, Laura Gordon, Simone Kessell

Votes: 157

10. Reckoning (2019)

TV-MA | 46 min | Thriller

Explores the darkest corners of the male psyche through the eyes of two fathers, one of whom is a serial-killer.

Stars: Aden Young, Sam Trammell, Simone Kessell, Milly Alcock

Votes: 4,924

11. The Whistleblower (2019)

134 min | Action, Drama, Mystery

Following a fatal accident, a Chinese expatriate working for a mining company in Australia discovers that new technology developed by the company may be a health risk, and investigates a web of conspiracies in his search for the truth.

Director: Xiaolu Xue | Stars: Jiayin Lei, Tang Wei, Xi Qi, John Batchelor

Votes: 329

12. Reckoning (2019)
Episode: California Dreamin' (2019)

TV-MA | 45 min | Thriller

When local high-schooler Gretchen McGrath goes missing, Detective Mike Serrato fears that a serial killer who terrorized his town five years earlier is on the prowl once again.

Director: Shawn Seet | Stars: Aden Young, Sam Trammell, Laura Gordon, Simone Kessell

Votes: 225

13. Harrow (2018–2021)
Episode: Sub Silentio (2019)

Not Rated | 51 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

The body of an elderly man is discovered in an Egyptian sarcophagus. Grace does the autopsy while Harrow finds himself in a very tight place.

Director: Geoff Bennett | Stars: Ioan Gruffudd, Jolene Anderson, Anna Lise Phillips, Darren Gilshenan

Votes: 253

14. Harrow (2018–2021)

Not Rated | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Harrow tells the story of Dr. Daniel Harrow, a forensic pathologist with a total disregard for authority.

Stars: Ioan Gruffudd, Darren Gilshenan, Damien Garvey, Ella Newton

Votes: 10,185

15. Chasing Comets (2018)

100 min | Comedy, Drama

Wagga is a country town that loves its sport but is divided over its loyalty for the rival codes, Afl and Nrl. It's in this setting that we find our hero Chase daylight. Chase's dream to ... See full summary »

Director: Jason Perini | Stars: Dan Ewing, Isabel Lucas, George Houvardas, Kat Hoyos

Votes: 146

16. Black Comedy (2014–2020)
Episode: Episode #3.5 (2018)

27 min | Comedy

Blakforce respond to a whiteface complaint, Will gets more than he bargained for when he engages the services of an Indigenous call girl, and the Wigglymuyu Dancers turn their attention to spirits of the alcoholic kind.

Directors: Beck Cole, Steven McGregor | Stars: Wayne Blair, Aaron Fa'aoso, Nayuka Gorrie, Rarriwuy Hick

Votes: 9

17. Black Comedy (2014–2020)
Episode: Episode #3.6 (2018)

27 min | Comedy

The cast of Wake Up To Yourself ask a white guest how they can be better black people, an Indigenous woman comes out to her parents, and we blow the lid off the illegal Confirmation of Aboriginality trade in COA.

Directors: Beck Cole, Steven McGregor | Stars: Wayne Blair, Aaron Fa'aoso, Nayuka Gorrie, Rarriwuy Hick

Votes: 10

18. 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: 209

19. Secret Daughter (2016–2017)
Episode: Always On My Mind (2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama

After turning her back on the Nortons and a record deal, Billie is desperate to connect with her real family. So Gus takes her to visit her mother's sister, where she makes a discovery that upends her life once again.

Director: Paul Moloney | Stars: Jessica Mauboy, Matt Levett, David Field, Rachel Gordon

Votes: 8

20. Secret Daughter (2016–2017)
Episode: Rear View Mirror (2017)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Billie's found her place in the city - an apartment, a role with the hotel and has been offered a recording contract - but an impromptu trip back to Walperinga threatens to throw it all off-balance.

Director: Geoff Bennett | Stars: Jessica Mauboy, Matt Levett, David Field, Rachel Gordon

Votes: 7

21. Secret Daughter (2016–2017)
Episode: Respect (2017)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama

Devastated to learn she's cost the Norton Hotel a very important guest, Billie does everything she can to woo the man back while also dealing with a bizarre meeting at her record label.

Director: Paul Moloney | Stars: Jessica Mauboy, Matt Levett, David Field, Rachel Gordon

Votes: 6

22. Secret Daughter (2016–2017)
Episode: Just Another Love Song (2017)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Billie gets a chance to work with a famous music producer, but first she must write a love song, something she has zero experience with. And Gus is rushed to hospital.

Director: Geoff Bennett | Stars: Jessica Mauboy, Matt Levett, David Field, Rachel Gordon

23. True Story with Hamish & Andy (2017–2018)
Episode: Tracy (2017)

23 min | Comedy

Tracy's story takes us back to when she was the manager of a 5-star hotel in Bali and a wealthy American couple arrive for their wedding. What is meant to be the most special day of their ... See full summary »

Directors: Tim Bartley, Richard Franc | Stars: Hamish Blake, Andy Lee, Tracy, Kat Stewart

Votes: 9

24. Secret Daughter (2016–2017)
Episode: 20 Good Reasons (2017)

TV-14 | 41 min | Drama

Billie is forced to evaluate what is truly important in her life as Gus faces life-threatening surgery.

Director: Catriona McKenzie | Stars: Jessica Mauboy, Matt Levett, David Field, Rachel Gordon

25. Doctor Doctor (2016–2021)

Not Rated | 50 min | Comedy, Drama

A rising heart surgeon's life takes a turn he never expected and soon everything comes crashing down. He soon finds himself a former big city doctor turned small town doctor.

Stars: Rodger Corser, Nicole da Silva, Ryan Johnson, Tina Bursill

Votes: 3,498

26. Brock (2016)

Biography, Drama, Sport

A unique story about Australian car racing legend Peter Brock. He was the man that started the whole Holden vs Ford rivalry in the early 70's. This story takes a look at his colourful life.... See full summary »

Stars: Matthew Le Nevez, Brendan Cowell, Ella Scott Lynch, Natalie Bassingthwaighte

Votes: 99

27. Secret Daughter (2016–2017)

TV-14 | 44 min | Drama

Finding herself in hot water with the local hood, Billie pretends to be the secret daughter of Jack Norton in order to escape town, which suddenly lands her in the middle of a grieving family.

Stars: Jessica Mauboy, Matt Levett, David Field, Rachel Gordon

Votes: 317

28. 3010 the Righteous Path (2016)

19 min | Short, Sci-Fi

The year is 3010; a detached mercenary must decide to honour his code or follow his new found desires in a world ravaged by an alien invasion.

Director: Simon Smith | Stars: John Batchelor, Michael Rodrigues, Sarah Jane Blair, Radek Jonak

29. Doctor Doctor (2016–2021)
Episode: Doctor Doctor (2016)

Not Rated | 47 min | Comedy, Drama

After a spectacular fall from grace, high-flying heart surgeon Dr Hugh Knight is forced to work as a country GP in his former home town of Whyhope. Meanwhile, his ex-girlfriend vows to send him packing.

Director: Peter Salmon | Stars: Rodger Corser, Nicole da Silva, Ryan Johnson, Tina Bursill

Votes: 131

30. Doctor Doctor (2016–2021)
Episode: Home Sweet Home (2016)

Not Rated | 44 min | Comedy, Drama

Hugh has a shocking introduction to outback medicine when he attends a farm accident. Inspired by Meryl's dodgy dealings, Hugh blackmails mine boss Big Nathan into making a huge donation to the Hospital.

Director: Peter Salmon | Stars: Rodger Corser, Nicole da Silva, Ryan Johnson, Tina Bursill

Votes: 101

31. Doctor Doctor (2016–2021)
Episode: San Francisco (2016)

Not Rated | 47 min | Comedy, Drama

Hugh finds an unlikely test subject for his revolutionary new artificial heart. Passions are aroused when Charlie and Matt host a wild B&S Ball at their Brewery.

Director: Jeremy Sims | Stars: Rodger Corser, Nicole da Silva, Ryan Johnson, Tina Bursill

Votes: 93

32. Doctor Doctor (2016–2021)
Episode: This Is Not a Love Song (2016)

Not Rated | 44 min | Comedy, Drama

Hugh and Penny are forced together during an overnight trip to a coal mine. Meryl turns failure into success when she unveils a new statue to commemorate the town. Aoife confesses her love for Hugh.

Director: Peter Salmon | Stars: Rodger Corser, Nicole da Silva, Ryan Johnson, Tina Bursill

Votes: 84

33. Doctor Doctor (2016–2021)
Episode: Say Sayonara (2016)

Not Rated | 51 min | Comedy, Drama

Hugh faces a dilemma when his best friend Joey makes a dying wish. The Knight family rallies to support Ajax and Meryl as they each confront a major crisis.

Director: Jeremy Sims | Stars: Rodger Corser, Nicole da Silva, Ryan Johnson, Tina Bursill

Votes: 95

34. Doctor Doctor (2016–2021)
Episode: Mash (2016)

Not Rated | 51 min | Comedy, Drama

Hugh's world is rocked when Penny accepts a job in the city and the hospital is thrown into chaos. Charlie develops an unhealthy obsession over Hugh's relationship with Penny.

Director: Jeremy Sims | Stars: Rodger Corser, Nicole da Silva, Ryan Johnson, Tina Bursill

Votes: 86

35. Brock (2016)
Episode: Episode #1.2 (2016)

Biography, Drama, Sport

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Stars: Matthew Le Nevez, Brendan Cowell, Ella Scott Lynch, Natalie Bassingthwaighte

Votes: 5

36. Secret Daughter (2016–2017)
Episode: Where Do I Belong? (2016)

TV-14 | 40 min | Drama

After finding out the results of the DNA test, Billie tries to find her place in life.

Director: Geoff Bennett | Stars: Jessica Mauboy, Matt Levett, David Field, Rachel Gordon

Votes: 9

37. 12 Steps (2015)

15 min | Short, Comedy

A group of men meet every week to overcome their fears and live out their dreams.

Director: Claude Gonzalez | Stars: John Batchelor, David Callan, Gerard Carroll, Harley Connor

38. Turn (I) (2015)

10 min | Short, Drama, Thriller

Desperate for answers a grief stricken father enters a gas station armed with a gun, only to find a quietly spoken boy.

Directors: Carly Heaton, Joel Noble | Stars: John Batchelor, James Fraser, Barbara Gouskos, Chloé Hunter

39. Wonderland (2013–2015)
Episode: Boundaries (2015)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

Colette questions whether Rob is the father of Jade's baby - will he agree to a paternity test? Miranda agrees to work on a story with Max again but when things get dangerous Max makes an unexpected declaration of his feelings.

Director: Darren Ashton | Stars: Anna Bamford, Michael Dorman, Emma Lung, Tracy Mann

Votes: 9

40. Australia: The Story of Us (2014–2015)
Episode: Risky Business (2015)

46 min | Documentary, History

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Director: Lisa Matthews | Stars: Richard Roxburgh, Thomas Keneally, Dick Smith, Patrick Rafter

41. Black Comedy (2014–2020)

Comedy

A sketch comedy show featuring Indigenous Australian writers and performers.

Stars: Aaron Fa'aoso, Nakkiah Lui, Elizabeth Wymarra, Bjorn Stewart

Votes: 326

42. Australia: The Story of Us (2014–2015)

Documentary, History

The series looks back at some of the people, places and events that have shaped the country over the last 40,000 years.

Stars: Rupert Degas, Richard Roxburgh, Tim Flannery, Tim Costello

Votes: 71

43. Project: One Shot (2014)

15 min | Short, Drama

John and Ian's hopes of a day out on the the water are thwarted by unexpected mechanical troubles and they are forced to make their way through a town of misfits and questionable characters.

Director: Darwin Brooks | Stars: Wesley Ambler, Maria Arnott, Danielle Bachinger, Natalie Baker

Votes: 10

44. Rake (2010–2018)
Episode: Episode #3.6 (2014)

Not Rated | 54 min | Comedy, Drama

Cleaver is determined to win Felicity's heart, but God has other ideas; wickedly nasty ideas that see Cleaver subjected to perhaps the worst relay race of humiliations he has ever faced.

Director: Rowan Woods | Stars: Richard Roxburgh, Matt Day, Adrienne Pickering, Russell Dykstra

Votes: 111

45. Air Rescue (2013– )
Episode: Episode #2.1 (2014)

Documentary

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Director: Brad Hayward | Star: John Batchelor

46. Air Rescue (2013– )
Episode: Episode #2.2 (2014)

Documentary

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Director: Brad Hayward | Star: John Batchelor

47. Air Rescue (2013– )
Episode: Episode #2.3 (2014)

Documentary

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Director: Brad Hayward | Star: John Batchelor

48. Wonderland (2013–2015)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama

The lives of the residents living in a city apartment block in Sydney.

Stars: Anna Bamford, Michael Dorman, Emma Lung, Tracy Mann

Votes: 1,321

49. Air Rescue (2013– )

Documentary

Air Rescue is a factual observational documentary series. It follows the high stakes work and real-life drama of the rescue crews in the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.

Stars: Martin Sacks, John Batchelor

50. Home and Away (1988– )
Episode: Episode #1.5818 (2013)

TV-14 | 28 min | Drama, Romance

After Heath's wedding, the beach party goes on and on. Casey stays sober and promises to get drunk Maddy home safely. She slips away to make out with a member of the Barrett brothers River ... See full summary »

Director: Danny Raco | Stars: Ray Meagher, Emily Symons, Rhiannon Fish, Lisa Gormley

Votes: 7