8.4/10
809
13 user 2 critic

Breaking News 

Frontline (original title)
| Comedy , Drama | TV Series (1994–1997)
Episode Guide
39 episodes
Breaking News Poster
Based on the making of a fictitious Australian CURRENT AFFAIRS show, Frontline blends invented events with REAL LIFE events. A true reflection of THE TIMES we live in.

Creators:

Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy | 1 more credit »

Stars:

Rob Sitch, Jane Kennedy, Tiriel Mora | See full cast & crew »
Reviews

On Disc

at Amazon

Episodes

Seasons

Years


3   2   1  
1997   1995   1994  
7 wins & 3 nominations. See more awards »

Photos

Add Image Add an image

Do you have any images for this title?
Learn more

More Like This 













◄ Prev 6 Next 6 ►

Next »
The Hollowmen (2008)
Comedy | Drama
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.2/10 X  

Mockumentary that follows the daily situations in which the staff from the Australian Prime Minister find themselves.

Stars: Lachy Hulme, David James, Neil Melville
Next »
The Late Show (1992–1993)
Comedy
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.3/10 X  

The Late show, which only ran for two years was one of the most successful and funny comedy shows ever produced and shown in Australia. It marked the re-grouping of the D-Generation, a ... See full summary »

Stars: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Jane Kennedy
Next »
Utopia I (TV Series 2014)
Comedy
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.2/10 X  

Set inside the offices of the "Nation Building Authority", a newly created government organization responsible for overseeing major infrastructure projects, Utopia explores that moment when... See full summary »

Stars: Rob Sitch, Celia Pacquola, Dave Lawson
Next »
The Games (1998–2000)
Comedy
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.6/10 X  

Mockumentary about the organisation of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

Stars: John Clarke, Bryan Dawe, Gina Riley
Next »
Thank God You're Here (2006–2009)
Comedy | Game-Show
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.8/10 X  

Thank God You're Here is about well known performers doing a scene which they have no idea what's going on. It may be a Roman dungeon, a boardroom or a late night talk show. The only thing ... See full summary »

Stars: Shane Bourne, Tom Gleisner, Daniel Cordeaux
Next »
Have You Been Paying Attention? (TV Series 2013)
Comedy | Game-Show
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8/10 X  

Have You Been Paying Attention? is an Australian topical quiz show with a mix of news and comedy

Stars: Tom Gleisner, Ed Kavalee, Sam Pang
Next »
Russell Coight's All Aussie Adventures (2001–2018)
Adventure | Comedy
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.2/10 X  

Slapstick mockumentary about an enthusiastic Aussie wildlife expert, Russell Coight, whose haphazard and inept adventuring style ensures that he is a danger to anything and anyone he meets, not to mention himself.

Stars: Glenn Robbins, Hermann Iberg, Tom Martin
Next »
The Gruen Transfer (TV Series 2008)
Documentary | Comedy
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.9/10 X  

The Gruen Transfer (TGT) is a show about advertising, how it works, and how it works on us. Hosted by the inimitable Wil Anderson, TGT decodes and defuses the commercial messages that swirl... See full summary »

Stars: Wil Anderson, Russel Howcroft, Todd Sampson
Next »
Spicks and Specks (2005–2018)
Comedy | Game-Show
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.1/10 X  

Adam Hills hosts this lighthearted music quiz show.The two teams are captained by Myf Warhurst and Alan Brough.

Stars: Adam Hills, Alan Brough, Myf Warhurst
Next »
The Chaser's War on Everything (2006–2009)
Comedy
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.5/10 X  

The show features sketches mocking social and political issues, and often feature comedic publicity stunts.

Stars: Julian Morrow, Andrew Hansen, Chris Taylor
Next »
Shaun Micallef's Mad as Hell (2012–2018)
Comedy | News
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8.2/10 X  

A satirical news and current affairs program, presented by comedian Shaun Micallef.

Stars: Shaun Micallef, Francis Greenslade, Emily Taheny
Next »
Rosehaven (TV Series 2016)
Comedy
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.7/10 X  

Daniel McCallum returns to his rural Tasmanian hometown, Rosehaven, to help his formidable mother in her real estate business.

Stars: Celia Pacquola, Luke McGregor, Kris McQuade
Edit

Cast

Series cast summary:
Rob Sitch ...  Mike Moore 39 episodes, 1994-1997
Jane Kennedy Jane Kennedy ...  Brooke Vandenberg 39 episodes, 1994-1997
Tiriel Mora ...  Martin di Stasio 39 episodes, 1994-1997
Alison Whyte ...  Emma Ward 39 episodes, 1994-1997
Santo Cilauro Santo Cilauro ...  Geoffrey Salter 39 episodes, 1994-1997
Anita Smith Anita Smith ...  Domenica Baroni 39 episodes, 1994-1997
Linda Ross Linda Ross ...  Shelley Cohen 39 episodes, 1994-1997
Pip Mushin Pip Mushin ...  Stuart O'Hallaran 38 episodes, 1994-1997
Trudy Hellier ...  Kate Preston 36 episodes, 1994-1997
Torquil Neilson Torquil Neilson ...  Jason Cotter 33 episodes, 1994-1997
Boris Conley Boris Conley ...  Elliot Rhodes 25 episodes, 1994-1997
Marcus Eyre Marcus Eyre ...  Hugh Tabbagh 20 episodes, 1994-1997
Genevieve Mooy Genevieve Mooy ...  Jan Whelan 17 episodes, 1994-1995
See full cast »
Edit

Storyline

Based on the making of a fictitious Australian CURRENT AFFAIRS show, Frontline blends invented events with REAL LIFE events. A true reflection of THE TIMES we live in. Written by P.A.Duggan <Suzanne.Berthelsen@tvl.soils.csiro.au>

Plot Summary | Add Synopsis

Genres:

Comedy | Drama

Certificate:

See all certifications »

Parents Guide:

View content advisory »
Edit

Details

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

9 May 1994 (Australia) See more »

Also Known As:

Breaking News See more »

Filming Locations:

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Company Credits

Production Co:

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC),Frontline Television Productions,Working Dog See more »
Show more on IMDbPro »

Technical Specs

Runtime:

(39 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
See full technical specs »
Edit

Did You Know?

Trivia

The USA title was changed to "Breaking News" when it aired on PBS, so viewers wouldn't confuse it with the network's real news program "Frontline". See more »

Quotes

Brooke Vandenberg: Would you be able to cry again?"
See more »

Connections

Referenced in The Chase Australia: Episode #1.62 (2015) See more »

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.

User Reviews

Making current affairs funny...
1 March 1999 | by Yak-6 – See all my reviews

"Frontline" is an amazing show. It combines actual current events (Pauline Hanson, the Gulf War, etc.) with a funny and thought-provoking analysis of topics such as how the media treats people and events, and how people are stereotyped. Laugh at Mike Moore and crew as they battle the odds, the rival networks and each other in search of good television... or is it good ratings?

Favorite Moment: When Mike goes on Burke's Backyard and proves himself as a complete idiot.
10 of 11 people found this review helpful.  Was this review helpful to you? | Report this
Review this title | See all 13 user reviews »
Getting Started | Contributor Zone »

Contribute to This Page

Stream Trending TV Series With Prime Video

Explore popular and recently added TV series available to stream now with Prime Video.

Start your free trial


Clear your history

Recently Viewed