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The Newsreader•Season 1•Episode 6

Meltdown

8.4/10 · 349 votesSep 19, 202152 min

Ranked #1 of 6 in Season 1•+0.4 vs season avg

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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.

Directed byEmma Freeman

Written byMichael Lucas

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Meltdown

Cast9

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

Robert Taylor

Geoff Walters

Chai Hansen

Tim Ahern

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Emma Freeman

Director

Michael Lucas

Writer

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Episode Summary

"Meltdown" is episode 6 of The Newsreader season 1. It scored 8.4/10 from 349 votes, ranking #1 of 6 episodes this season (season average 8.0). Directed by Emma Freeman and written by Michael Lucas, it aired on September 19, 2021.

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