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The Newsreader

7.420213 seasonsTV-MATV SeriesDrama

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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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with AdsLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsBBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Night of Nights
Feb 2, 2025 6.7
E2
A New Era
Feb 9, 2025 6.8
E3
Behind The Front Line
Feb 16, 2025 7.0
E4
One Team, All Brothers
Feb 23, 2025 6.4
E5
On the Brink
Mar 2, 2025 6.6
E6
The Fall
Mar 9, 2025 6.6

Cast

ATAnna Torv
Anna Torv
Helen Norville
SRSam Reid
Sam Reid
Dale Jennings
WMWilliam McInnes
William McInnes
Lindsay Cunningham
MDMichelle Lim Davidson
Michelle Lim Davidson
Noelene Kim
MDMarg Downey
Marg Downey
Evelyn Walters
CEChum Ehelepola
Chum Ehelepola
Dennis Tibb
SPStephen Peacocke
Stephen Peacocke
Rob Rickards
PNPhilippa Northeast
Philippa Northeast
Kay Walters
DHDaniel Henshall
Daniel Henshall
Bill McFarlane

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The Newsreader — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Newsreader?

The Newsreader is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels in United Kingdom.

Is The Newsreader on Netflix?

Yes — The Newsreader is available on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is The Newsreader on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Newsreader isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch The Newsreader for free?

The Newsreader is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in The Newsreader?

The Newsreader has 3 seasons in total (18 episodes). The series concluded in 2025.

Are all episodes of The Newsreader out yet?

Yes — all 18 episodes across 3 seasons of The Newsreader are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 4 of The Newsreader?

No — The Newsreader ended after 3 seasons, so there is no Season 4.