The Newsreader

Dale dreams of landing the most prized role on commercial TV: newsreader. But Helen, the network's first female newsreader, struggles with her reputation as difficult. When their personal and professional lives collide, they embark on a new alliance.

Veteran newsreader is pressured to step away and the top job's within reach. Dale scores a break, but Helen is plagued by mood swings that leave her a wreck. Dale is torn between privacy and supporting his new ally.

Before Dale and Helen can resolve who they are to each other, news hits of Lindy Chamberlain's imminent release from prison. Helen races to Darwin with Dale and Tim in tow, ferociously pursuing the 'interview of the century'.

A bomb has gone off right where Dale's been shooting. The explosion ripples through the newsroom. Helen's feelings for Dale come into focus, and Dale makes a choice that will transform his life for good.