The Newsreader - Season 3 Episode 5

Season 3 Episode 5

On the Brink

54m ·★ 7.5 ·Australia · EN· ABC TV

As Public Eye reaches number one, Helen is blindsided by a front-page article revealing her history of mental health struggles and institutionalisation. As she considers how to respond, she focusses her energy on a special report about the mental health system.

NEXTEp 6: The Fall›

Episodes

S03E012 Feb 2552m

Night of Nights

In 1989, and Helen and Dale are reaching new peaks of success. Helen has been given her very own current affairs program, and Dale has become the biggest name in news with a Gold Logie nomination.

S03E029 Feb 2550m

A New Era

When news of an Alaskan oil spill breaks on the day of Public Eye's launch, Helen is pressured to rethink her show format, whilst combatting a brutal act of sabotage from Lindsay. Dale tries to land an interview with the PM.

S03E0316 Feb 2553m

Behind The Front Line

Dale embraces his success, hosting a lavish birthday party. Meanwhile, Helen is struggling personally and professionally - Public Eye's ratings are dire but when offered an exclusive, she sees an opportunity to save her show.

S03E0423 Feb 2550m

One Team, All Brothers

As Public Eye climbs ever closer to News At Six's deteriorating numbers, Dale teams up with Rob, pushing the CEO to replace Lindsay. Rob makes a controversial comment on air when discussing Apartheid sports boycotts.

S03E052 Mar 2554m

On the Brink

S03E069 Mar 2557m

The Fall

Dale is falling apart, leaning heavily on alcohol to get through his day. When Helen's relationship with Bill deteriorates, her ability to produce her show is questioned, as news breaks of the Berlin Wall falling.