800 Words
| 800 Words | |
|---|---|
| Created by |
James Griffin Maxine Fleming |
| Directed by |
Pino Amenta Mike Smith |
| Starring | Erik Thomson |
| Country of origin |
Australia New Zealand |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) |
Julie McGauran Kelly Martin Chris Bailey |
| Producer(s) | Chris Hampson |
| Location(s) |
Sydney, Australia Auckland, New Zealand |
| Running time | 45 minutes |
| Broadcast | |
| Original channel | Seven Network |
| Picture format | 576i (PAL) |
| Audio format | Stereo |
| Original airing | 2015 |
| External links | |
| Website | |
800 Words is an upcoming Australian/New Zealand comedy-drama series, co-produced by South Pacific Pictures and Seven Productions for the Seven Network. The series will air in 2015.[1]
Production
The series was first announced on 29 October 2014 with the Channel Seven 2015 highlights.[2] The CEO of South Pacific Pictures, Kelly Martin said "Seven loved the scripts from the start and we're thrilled to have this project underway. It enables South Pacific Pictures to broaden our horizons and it'll open up some great opportunities for our local actors and crew."[1] Of the series' tone, the Program Chief of Seven, Tim Ross stated, "If you think this show has a bit of the same feel and vibe as Packed to the Rafters, you're dead right — and we make no apologies for that."[3] Filming for the series began on 2 March 2015.[4]
Plot
Erik Thomson plays recently widowed, George Turner, who quits his job as a popular 800 word columnist for a top selling Sydney newspaper. Over the internet he buys a house on an impulse in a remote New Zealand seaside town. He then has to break the news to his two teenage kids who just lost their mum, and now face an even more uncertain future. But the colourful and inquisitive locals ensure Turner’s dream of a fresh start does not go to plan.[4]
Cast
- Erik Thomson as George Turner[4]
- Melina Vidler as Shay Turner[4]
- Benson Jack Anthony as Arlo Turner[4]
- Rick Donald as Woody[4]
- Bridie Carter as Jan[4]
- Emma Leonard as Tracey[4]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Knox, David (7 November 2014). "800 Words co-production with Seven, South Pacific Pictures". TV Tonight. Retrieved 3 March 2015.
- ↑ Knox, David (29 October 2014). "Seven 2015 highlights: House Rules x 2, Restaurant Revolution, Gibney / Thomson dramas". TV Tonight. Retrieved 3 March 2015.
- ↑ "Channel Seven wants Erik Thomson's drama 800 Words to be the next Packed to the Rafters". News.com.au. 2 March 2015. Retrieved 3 March 2015.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 Knox, David (2 March 2015). "Cameras roll on Aus / NZ dramedy 800 Words". TV Tonight. Retrieved 3 March 2015.
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