Cleverman

TV-14

12 episodes2 seasons

US Release

Overview:

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

Status:

Ended

Language:

English

First air date:

6/1/2016

Last air date:

8/2/2017

Key words:

future
dystopia
xenophobia
aboriginal
indigenous peoples
aboriginal mythology

Seasons

Specials

4 Episodes

Season 1

6 Episodes

Season 2

6 Episodes

Cast

Hunter Page-Lochard

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Koen West

Iain Glen

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Jarrod Slade

Rob Collins

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Waruu West

Frances O'Connor

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Charlotte Cleary

Deborah Mailman

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Aunty Linda

Ryan Corr

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Blair Finch

Stef Dawson

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Ash Kerry

Tasma Walton

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Araluen

Tony Briggs

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Boondee

Jada Alberts

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Nerida

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Reviews (1)

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S01: In a world where xenophobia, fear and the idea of walls begin to resurface with more and more force, Cleverman explores the perspectives of social identity and integration in a supernatural context that reimagines traditional Australian aboriginal tales. While I think Cleverman is an excellent recommendation, I sincerely believe that 6 episodes were not enough to cover the complexity of the lines and characters that they deployed, which is why the series' renewal is excellent news.

S02: With reality getting closer and closer to fiction, Cleverman immerses us in the struggle to survive against an increasingly Orwellian state. While part of the initial emotion may have been lost, season two extends its universe, complicating political plots and constantly losing the line with reality. In the middle, the supernatural forces will become stronger, and Cleverman will claim the protagonism inside and outside the screen.