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The Best Episodes of The Newsreader Season 1

Genre:Drama
Network:ABC TV

Every episode of The Newsreader Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Newsreader Season 1!

An unconventional relationship in a world on the cusp of change; a star newsreader and an ambitious gay reporter join forces in a ruthless 1986...
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  • Meltdown
    8.4/10(219)
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    #1 - Meltdown

    Season 1 Episode 6

    Aired 9/19/2021

    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.

    Director: Emma Freeman

    Writer: Michael Lucas

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  • No More Lies
    8.2/10(213)
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    #2 - No More Lies

    Season 1 Episode 5

    Aired 9/12/2021

    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.

    Director: Emma Freeman

    Writer: Michael Lucas, Kim Ho

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  • A Step Closer to the Madness
    8.1/10(214)
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    #3 - A Step Closer to the Madness

    Season 1 Episode 4

    Aired 9/5/2021

    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.

    Director: Emma Freeman

    Writer: Michael Lucas, Niki Aken

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  • Three, Two, One…
    7.8/10(273)
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    #4 - Three, Two, One…

    Season 1 Episode 1

    Aired 8/15/2021

    In 1986, the cutthroat world of commercial television news throws ambitious reporter Dale and newsreader Helen together.

    Director: Emma Freeman

    Writer: Michael Lucas

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  • Once in a Lifetime
    7.8/10(224)
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    #5 - Once in a Lifetime

    Season 1 Episode 2

    Aired 8/22/2021

    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.

    Director: Emma Freeman

    Writer: Michael Lucas

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  • The White Marquis Matinee Jacket
    7.7/10(204)
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    #6 - The White Marquis Matinee Jacket

    Season 1 Episode 3

    Aired 8/29/2021

    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".

    Director: Emma Freeman

    Writer: Michael Lucas, Jonathan Gavin

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Meltdown" is the best rated episode of "The Newsreader" season 1. It scored 8.4/10 based on 219 votes. Directed by Emma Freeman and written by Michael Lucas, it aired on 9/19/2021. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "No More Lies".