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Somerton Man
Australian Story - S24 - E26
More than 70 years after an unidentified body was found on an Adelaide beach, a solution may be in sight to the long running mystery of the Somerton Man. Will modern DNA testing finally give him a name and unearth the truth?
Australian Story: Season 24 - 35 Episode s
24x1 - Back on Track
February 18, 2019
Legendary actor Jack Thompson was 48 hours away from death when his kidneys failed, forcing him into a lifetime of dialysis treatment. A purple truck from the desert kept him alive to film his most important role yet.
24x2 - Call the Doctor
February 25, 2019
A disillusioned young outback doctor experiences a series of traumatic events that lead to the most positive and unexpected of outcomes.
24x3 - Behind the Mask: Mike Willesee
March 18, 2019
Remember the life of legendary broadcaster Mike Willesee who died of throat cancer in March 2019. Mike's career spanned five decades, shaping current affairs in Australia and was known as the best interviewer in the business.
24x4 - A Bitter Pill
March 11, 2019
Survivors of the morning sickness drug Thalidomide take their fight for justice to Canberra's Parliament House in a last-ditch battle for recognition, compensation and an apology.
24x5 - It Takes a Village
March 18, 2019
Follow the triumphant story of Bhutanese conjoined twins Nima and Dawa after the ground-breaking Australian operation to separate them. With exclusive vision and interviews as they return to their remote Himalayan home.
24x6 - Telling Tales
March 25, 2019
Writer and comedian Rosie Waterland has made a successful career out of seeing the funny side of her traumatic childhood. The darker things get in Rosie's life, the funnier she becomes.
24x7 - The Invisible Man
April 1, 2019
The extraordinary story of Behrouz Boochani, the stateless refugee who won Australia's richest literary award while living on Manus Island, but remains unable to set foot in this country.
24x8 - The Seekers: A World of Their Own
April 8, 2019
The Seekers blazed a trail for Australian music during the 1960's. In a television first, all four members come together to reminisce about their ride to the top and reveal the pain behind their famous break-up.
24x9 - The Kids Are Alright
April 15, 2019
In an intimate portrait movie directors Jocelyn Moorhouse and PJ Hogan speak candidly about the challenges, heartbreak and unexpected joys of raising two severely autistic children and the sacrifices they have willingly made.
24x10 - Mina Guli: Running on Empty
April 29, 2019
How far would you push yourself for a cause you believe in? Mina Guli attempted 100 marathons in 100 days, showing the extent someone will push their body to raise awareness to the global water crisis and create change.
24x11 - Cry Me A River
May 6, 2019
When 21-year-old Menindee farmer Kate McBride found thousands of dying fish in the Darling River she was determined to tell what was happening and become a fierce advocate, testing the water and documenting locals' concerns.
24x12 - Out of the Box
May 13, 2019
Vocal gymnast Kate Miller-Heidke opens up to Australian Story about the private pain behind the very personal song 'Zero Gravity', which she will perform at the Eurovision semi-finals in Tel Aviv on Wednesday 15 May.
24x13 - Just Call Me Bob - Hawke Remembered
May 20, 2019
Australian Story celebrates the extraordinary life of former PM Bob Hawke, who died aged 89. Featuring rare photos from the family's private collection and revealing interviews with Hawke and those who knew and loved him.
24x14 - The Wronged Man
May 27, 2019
The victim of a miscarriage of justice, Andrew Mallard spent 12 years in jail for murder. His conviction was quashed after uncovering a trail of deception and police misconduct, but his life ended in a cruel twist of fate.
24x15 - Lady Justice
June 3, 2019
The history-making fall and rise of Debbie Kilroy, from high security prisoner to high profile lawyer and her freedom fight that's taking a new and novel direction.
24x16 - After the World Ended
June 10, 2019
When Malaysian airlines flight MH17 was shot down over the Ukraine, the loss of Perth children Mo, Evie, Otis and granddad Nick touched the nation. For the first time, their parents reveal how they rebuilt their world.
24x17 - An Innocent Abroad (Part 1)
August 12, 2019
Australian Story returns with a two-part exclusive program on the shocking story of Yoshe Taylor - a Queensland mother duped into smuggling drugs for an international syndicate.
24x18 - An Innocent Abroad (Part 2)
August 19, 2019
Part 2 of Yoshe Taylor's incredible fight for justice as she speaks out for the first time since being released from a Cambodian prison to warn others of the scam that's turning innocent people into unsuspecting drug mules.
24x19 - Last Train to Boree Creek
August 26, 2019
We look at the life of Former Deputy PM Tim Fischer, who inspired deep affection from the public and across the political divide. Just weeks before he died, his family invited us to his last public engagement in his hometown.
24x20 - The Last Bow
September 2, 2019
The Choir of Hard Knocks took homeless people and turned them into a choir. Charismatic choirmaster Jonathon Welch guided them through thick and thin, but after a decade he's moving on, to concentrate on his foster children.
24x21 - The Good Fight
September 9, 2019
When ABC broadcaster Jill Emberson was told she had ovarian cancer, she opted to go public and go loud. Fighting the deadliest of all women's cancers, Jill decided to advocate for more awareness and funding.
24x22 - A Fortunate Life - Paul Hogan (Part 1)
September 16, 2019
As Paul Hogan prepares to celebrate his 80th birthday next month, he sits down with Australian Story for a look back over his remarkable life and career.
24x23 - A Fortunate Life - Paul Hogan (Part 2)
September 23, 2019
After the success of Crocodile Dundee, Paul Hogan had the world at his feet. But when he left his wife of 30 years for co-star Linda Kozlowski the media turned. Candid insights from Paul, his family, friends and colleagues.
24x24 - Perfect Strangers
September 30, 2019
Emma and Richard Austin endured ten years of gruelling fertility treatment in their quest for a baby. But a surprise offer came from a couple facing the dilemma of managing their leftover embryos. The gift became baby Henry.
24x25 - Getting Away with Murder
October 7, 2019
Brothel madam Shirley Finn was shot through the head on a Perth golf course in 1975. After her daughter's 10-year battle to discover who killed her mother, an inquest hears fresh allegations of possible police involvement.
24x26 - Somerton Man
October 14, 2019
More than 70 years after an unidentified body was found on an Adelaide beach, a solution may be in sight to the long running mystery of the Somerton Man. Will modern DNA testing finally give him a name and unearth the truth?
24x27 - Crime and Punishment
October 21, 2019
Released on parole after 12 years incarcerated in Bulgaria for murder, Jock Palfreeman's fight for justice saw him caught up in bitter political struggle threatening the Bulgaria's diplomatic relationship with Australia.
24x28 - Boots and All
October 28, 2019
Craig Foster built a formidable reputation as a football player and broadcaster. But when Bahraini footballer and refugee Hakeem Al-Araibi, was imprisoned in Thailand, he led a global media campaign to fight for his freedom.
24x29 - Eye of the Storm
November 4, 2019
In the NSW mid-north coast town of Kempsey, principal Mark Morrison brushes close to the rules to give troubled teens their last chance at a high school education. He seems headed for a record number of student graduations.
24x30 - Art of the Possible
November 11, 2019
Vincent Fantauzzo went from menial jobs and petty crime to painting portraits of Heath Ledger, Julia Gillard and wife Asher Keddie. He describes his dyslexia as a gift allowing him to see the world from a unique perspective.
24x31 - Last Drinks
November 18, 2019
After almost killing herself through alcohol abuse, Shanna Whan started a movement to change the pervasive culture of alcohol in rural Australia. Now she travels the country with the message "It's OK to say no to a beer."
24x32 - Forever Young
November 25, 2019
17-year-old Ursula Barwick vanished without a trace in 1987, leaving her family in limbo for three decades. When the truth was finally revealed it raised serious questions about the police investigation.
24x33 - What Doesn't Kill You
December 2, 2019
A catastrophic workplace accident brings together a labourer and a renowned surgeon in a world-first medical procedure. Despite their differences, the two men share remarkable parallel journeys.
24x34 - Out of the Blue
December 9, 2019
Minutes after entering the water in the Whitsundays, Tasmanian woman Justine Barwick was fighting for life following a shark bite. As the shark control debate continues, she tells her remarkable story for the first time.
24x35 - Out of the Woods
December 16, 2019
From a homeless alcoholic living in the wild to academic success and a book deal, the next chapter in the amazing comeback story of forest dweller Gregory Smith.
Australian Story: All seasons
S0: Specials
1 Episode
S1: Season 1
27 Episode s
S2: Season 2
38 Episode s
S3: Season 3
36 Episode s
S4: Season 4
37 Episode s
S5: Season 5
37 Episode s
S6: Season 6
42 Episode s
S7: Season 7
39 Episode s
S8: Season 8
37 Episode s
S9: Season 9
38 Episode s
S10: Season 10
40 Episode s
S11: Season 11
43 Episode s
S12: Season 12
39 Episode s
S13: Season 13
38 Episode s
S14: Season 14
4 Episode s
S15: Season 15
45 Episode s
S16: Season 16
41 Episode s
S17: Season 17
41 Episode s
S18: Season 18
43 Episode s
S19: Season 19
43 Episode s
S20: Series 2015
42 Episode s
S21: Series 2016
43 Episode s
S22: Series 2017
41 Episode s
S23: Series 2018
35 Episode s
S24: Series 2019
35 Episode s
S25: Series 2020
34 Episode s
S26: Series 2021
35 Episode s
S27: Series 2022
29 Episode s
S28: Series 2023
33 Episode s
S29: Series 2024
31 Episode s