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Best Episodes of The Newsreader
The Fall
S3 Ep6
8.1
9th Mar 2025
Dale is falling apart, leaning heavily on alcohol to get through his day. When Helen's relationship with Bill deteriorates, her ability to produce her show is questioned, as news breaks of the Berlin Wall falling.
Behind The Front Line
S3 Ep3
8.0
16th Feb 2025
Dale embraces his success, hosting a lavish birthday party. Meanwhile, Helen is struggling personally and professionally - Public Eye's ratings are dire but when offered an exclusive, she sees an opportunity to save her show.
A Model Daughter
S2 Ep5
8.0
8th Oct 2023
The News At Six is approached by Geoff and Evelyn's daughter Kay Walters, who offers her story of addiction for a price, plunging Helen and Dale into an ethical dilemma.
On the Brink
S3 Ep5
7.9
2nd Mar 2025
As Public Eye reaches number one, Helen is blindsided by a front-page article revealing her history of mental health struggles and institutionalisation. As she considers how to respond, she focusses her energy on a special report about the mental health system.
Meltdown
S1 Ep6
7.9
19th Sep 2021
While Helen is still reeling after Dale's revelation, reports emerge of a nuclear accident in Chernobyl. In the face of great fear and uncertainty, the pair must confront who they really are to each other, and to themselves.
Worst Episodes of The Newsreader
Greed and Fear
S2 Ep3
7.3
24th Sep 2023
With international stock markets in freefall, Helen is plunged into crisis when a gossip columnist threatens to expose her troubled past. Feeling hunted, she turns to embattled CEO Charlie Tate for help.
Once in a Lifetime
S1 Ep2
7.3
22nd Aug 2021
Helen and Dale's new alliance has become the talk of the office as they cover the much-hyped return of Halley's Comet. The closer Dale draws to Helen, the more he finds himself thrust into the spotlight.
Decision 87
S2 Ep1
7.4
10th Sep 2023
It's one year on and Helen and Dale are now established as 'The Golden Couple of News'. It's Election Night 1987 - Hawke vs Howard. Competitor Geoff Walters is also making a well-publicised comeback on a rival network.
Three, Two, One…
S1 Ep1
7.5
15th Aug 2021
In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
A New Era
S3 Ep2
7.5
9th Feb 2025
When news of an Alaskan oil spill breaks on the day of Public Eye's launch, Helen is pressured to rethink her show format, whilst combatting a brutal act of sabotage from Lindsay. Dale tries to land an interview with the PM.
The Newsreader Episode Guide
Three, Two, One…
S1 Ep1
7.5
15th Aug 2021
In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.
Once in a Lifetime
S1 Ep2
7.3
22nd Aug 2021
Helen and Dale's new alliance has become the talk of the office as they cover the much-hyped return of Halley's Comet. The closer Dale draws to Helen, the more he finds himself thrust into the spotlight.
The White Marquis Matinee Jacket
S1 Ep3
7.5
29th Aug 2021
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".
A Step Closer to the Madness
S1 Ep4
7.6
5th Sep 2021
Helen is deeply apprehensive about meeting Dale's mother, while Dale gets lumbered with Royal Wedding puff pieces. But their everyday concerns are thrown aside when a bomb goes off on Russell Street.
No More Lies
S1 Ep5
7.5
12th Sep 2021
Dale's career and his relationship with Helen couldn't be going any better, until his prized interview with an HIV-positive mother goes horribly wrong. In the eye of a media storm, buried secrets come to light.
Meltdown
S1 Ep6
7.9
19th Sep 2021
While Helen is still reeling after Dale's revelation, reports emerge of a nuclear accident in Chernobyl. In the face of great fear and uncertainty, the pair must confront who they really are to each other, and to themselves.
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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The best rated episodes of The Newsreader are:
The Fall S3E6 rated 8.1
Behind The Front Line S3E3 rated 8.0
A Model Daughter S2E5 rated 8.0
On the Brink S3E5 rated 7.9
Meltdown S1E6 rated 7.9
The lowest rated episodes of The Newsreader are:
Greed and Fear S2E3 rated 7.3
Once in a Lifetime S1E2 rated 7.3
Decision 87 S2E1 rated 7.4
Three, Two, One… S1E1 rated 7.5
A New Era S3E2 rated 7.5
The first episode of The Newsreader aired on August 15, 2021.
The last episode of The Newsreader aired on March 09, 2025.
