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McLeod's Daughters Revival Sparks New Aussie Drama Boom
17 Sep
Summary
- McLeod's Daughters returns 25 years after original series
- Rachel Griffiths stars in new defamation drama Slander
- Angourie Rice stars in Pride & Prejudice adaptation
The beloved Australian drama McLeod's Daughters is being revived 25 years after its original debut. The new Stan Original series will build on the legacy of the 224-episode show, focusing on the enduring spirit of women navigating life on the land.
Stan's upcoming slate also features Slander, a legal drama co-created by and starring Rachel Griffiths. This series delves into the complexities of defamation law with a formidable all-female cast.
English star Anna Friel will reprise her role in the second season of the medical drama The F Ward. Meanwhile, Angourie Rice is set to star in Stuck Up & Stupid, a romantic reimagining of "Pride & Prejudice" set in Australia and Hollywood.
Other productions include Two Birds, starring Jacki Weaver, and Hamish Blake's new unscripted show, Unskilled Adult. Stan is also expanding its unscripted offerings with new seasons of reality series.
