The Newsreader is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads in Japan. Availability checked 10 June 2026.
Where to watch The Newsreader
🇯🇵 Japan
Good to know
- Creator
- Michael Lucas
- Release date
- 2021-08-15
- Language
- English
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 18
- Network
- ABC TV
- Status
- Ended
- Country
- Australia
- Studio
- Werner Film Productions
The Newsreader — trailer
About The Newsreader
The Newsreader is a 2021 web series in the Drama genre, created by Michael Lucas, starring Anna Torv, Sam Reid and William McInnes. It spans 3 seasons and 18 episodes, and originally aired on ABC TV. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 48 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Newsreader in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
An unconventional relationship in a world on the cusp of change; a star newsreader and an ambitious bisexual reporter join forces in a ruthless 1986 newsroom, as events unfold that will change their lives.
Seasons (3)
Cast
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Newsreader in Japan?+
In Japan, you can stream The Newsreader on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.
Is The Newsreader on Netflix?+
Yes — The Newsreader is available to stream on Netflix in Japan.
How many seasons of The Newsreader are there?+
The Newsreader has 3 seasons and 18 episodes in total.
Who stars in The Newsreader?+
The Newsreader stars Anna Torv, Sam Reid, William McInnes, Michelle Lim Davidson and Marg Downey.
When did The Newsreader come out?+
The Newsreader is a 2021 web series created by Michael Lucas.
What genre is The Newsreader?+
The Newsreader is Drama series.
Who created The Newsreader?+
The Newsreader was created by Michael Lucas.
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