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Season 1
8 Episodes2026
Tom Sainsbury brings his mockumentary true-crime podcast to the screen. The beloved comedian plays a disgraced journalist-turned-true-crime podcast host investigating the death of his millionaire uncle in a town filled with eccentric suspects.
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Episodes (8)
Ep 1
A Giant has Fallen
2026-02-09•22m
When his uncle dies under suspicious circumstances, disgraced journalist Toby Buchanan sees the perfect story to launch his comeback podcast - and perhaps save his career.
Ep 2
A Connoisseur of Love
2026-02-09•22m
Toby's quiet probe into Aunty Janine's role in Uncle Mitch's death uncovers more than he expected. The revelation pulls him headfirst into the drug-laced, secret-riddled underbelly of Te Hoiho.
Ep 3
The Buchananiser Automated Lawnmowers (TM)
2026-02-16•22m
Toby crashes a swinger's party, where Aunty Janine is the undisputed belle of the ball. Surrounded by leather and chains, Toby believes this scene hides more than just late-night escapades.
Ep 4
Who Gets Mitch’s Money?
2026-02-16•22m
Uncle Mitch's funeral stirs up new suspects. Toby gets some alone time with his old school crush, Katie, and then receives his juiciest lead to date.
Ep 5
In Perfect Harmony
2026-02-23•22m
Toby pauses his investigation to have dinner with his old crush and her husband. Toby learns the police are now investigating Uncle Mitch's death - and their prime suspect is Bruce Buchanan.
Ep 6
Splattered Blood Runs Thicker Than Water
2026-02-23•22m
As the police close in, Toby helps his dad slip away. Digging deeper, Toby uncovers a key figure with a clear motive for murder.
Ep 7
The Devil Is In The Detail
2026-03-02•22m
Toby goes legit to clear his dad's name, hunting a more suspicious suspect. As the case bends towards the paranormal, Toby gets a surprising lead.
Ep 8
The Pieces Fall Into Place
2026-03-02•22m
With his own legal trouble mounting, Toby must clear his and his dad's names, finish his podcast, deal with a serial killer, navigate the town fair, and solve Uncle Mitch's murder.