Cleverman(2016)
In the near future, creatures from ancient Aboriginal mythology endowed with extraordinary physical traits have emerged and must coexist with humans. Known as 'Hairypeople' they battle for survival in a world that wants to exploit and destroy them. One young man – The Cleverman – struggles with his own power and the responsibility to unite this divided world, but he must first overcome a deep estrangement from his older brother.
- Created by:
- Leah Purcell, Wayne Blair
- First aired:
- 2016-06-01
- Country:
- NZ, AU
- Network:
- ABC TV
Episodes
1. First Contact
★ 5.02016-06-01 · 52m
A series of unexplained violent attacks in the city are blamed on the newly discovered 'Hairypeople', who have been living and passing amongst us, without our knowledge.
2. Containment
★ 5.32016-06-08 · 52m
Koen is mystified by his strange new powers. Looking for answers, he heads into The Zone. Aunty Linda realizes there is a new Cleverman.
3. A Free Ranger
★ 5.72016-06-15 · 52m
Problems at the Containment Center create further panic; while both Waruu and Koen reject Slade’s offer to help in a mysterious laboratory.
4. Sun and Moon
★ 5.72016-06-22 · 52m
The Hairies are blamed for the continuing deaths. As tensions mount, Waruu demands Koen use his Cleverman powers to halt the murders.
5. A Man of Vision
★ 5.02016-06-29 · 52m
Charlotte agrees to one last attempt at IVF at a clinic offering new technology. Slade offers Waruu a deal he struggles to refuse.
6. Terra Nullius
★ 6.02016-07-06 · 52m
As the Containment Authority prepares to clear the city of Hairypeople, Koen must finally face his destiny as a Cleverman.
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Cast
Hunter Page-Lochard
Koen West
Iain Glen
Jarrod Slade
Rob Collins
Waruu West
Frances O'Connor
Charlotte Cleary
Deborah Mailman
Aunty Linda
