With so many TV series available to watch on SBS On Demand, Australia’s top free streaming platform, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the choices. SBS On Demand has over 11,000 hours of free content, including thrilling dramas, investigative documentaries, and laugh-out-loud comedies.
To help you navigate, we’ve handpicked the 14 best TV shows on SBS On Demand for September 2024. These popular shows like ‘Stanley Tucci: Looking for Italy’ and ‘Alone Australia’ are perfect for your next binge-watch. Visit below to start streaming for free now.
Stanley Tucci: In Search of Italy
Travel enthusiasts and foodies alike will fall in love with Stanley Tucci: In Search of Italy, a fun exploration of Italian culture and cuisine. Join charming actor and author Stanley Tucci as he travels across Italy, from the bustling streets of Rome to the tranquil landscapes of Tuscany, uncovering each region’s culinary secrets. Tucci’s passion for food and stories shines through as he meets local chefs, artisans, and families, tastes traditional cuisine, and learns about the rich history behind it. Whether you’re a fan of Italian food or just love a good travelogue, this series will stimulate your senses and give you a deeper understanding of Italy’s diverse culinary traditions. Watch on SBS On Demand. Take a look here.
Alone Australia
Experience the raw challenge of survival in Alone Australia, the latest installment in the hit global series. This local adaptation sees 10 brave contestants thrown into Tasmania’s harsh wilderness, equipped with only basic survival gear and a camera to document their journey. With no crew, gimmicks, or second chances, participants must survive in isolation, battling the elements, hunger, and their own mental strength. As they strive to outlast each other, viewers witness an authentic depiction of human resilience and the serious challenges of living in the wild. How long will it last? Watch “Alone Australia” on SBS On Demand to find out. Take a look here.
Our Law (Season 2)
Our Law, released to coincide with National Reconciliation Week, is back for another exciting season. This powerful eight-part documentary series that we will never get tired of gives viewers very intimate and candid access to a group of Indigenous police officers on a mission to change police culture from within . Scattered across the countryside across the country, these impressive and eye-popping clocks are worth curling up to pick up. Take a look here.
responder
It’s no secret that we love a good British drama, and The Responder has both action and suspense. The plot revolves around Chris, a Liverpool emergency worker, who faces constant crime and violence every night while working the night shift, and as he confronts his addiction, his own mental health begins to decline and chaos ensues. I am drawing. Based on the real-life experiences of former police officer (creator) Tony Schumacher, there are two easy-to-watch seasons (season 2 just ended) to get you through the weekend. you’re welcome. Take a look here.
safe house
From the award-winning producers of Adolescent Blues, Safe Home is a gripping drama that focuses on the story behind the headlines: the domestic violence epidemic. The four-part series follows twenty-something professional Phoebe (Aisha Dee) as she leaves a prestigious law firm to work at a struggling domestic violence legal center. I am. Take a look here.
latecomer
Author and disability advocate Hannah Divigny, editor-in-chief of Missing Perspectives, needs no introduction. Diviny may be known for featuring the likes of Lizzo and Beyoncé internationally with her pro-disabled lyrics, but this is the first time this extremely talented individual has appeared on a TV show, and who is This is definitely a must-see work. The plot of “Late Comers” follows Frank and Sarah, two complete strangers living with cerebral palsy. In a comedic twist, their caregivers end up having sex in a bar, and from there Frank and Sarah begin exploring sex on their own. Check it out from December 3rd.
true colors
So True Colors is NITV’s first foray into long-form drama, and to be honest, we’re obsessed with it. This four-part crime drama is a must-see. What begins as a car accident investigation quickly turns into an epic pursuit of a murderer. This is a one-of-a-kind murder mystery that explores culture, community, family, and one woman’s quest to find her place within it. It also features Mpartwe (Alice Springs) and Yepelenye (East MacDonnell Ranges) in the Northern Territory as a backdrop. Lariwi Hick leads an all-star cast that includes Luke Arnold, acclaimed singer-songwriter Warren H. Williams, and Miranda Otto. Check it out from July 7th.
The Handmaid’s Tale
Well… Season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale is almost here. Available exclusively on SBS On Demand. Hulu has announced that the new season will begin on September 14th in the US, but we’re still waiting for official confirmation as to when the show will be prioritized to SBS (though more details will be available closer to launch). You can expect it to happen). In Season 5 (be aware that there are spoilers from previous seasons, stop here if you haven’t seen it yet), June has wiped out Commander Waterford, so she has to deal with serious consequences. It will be. Now a widow, Selina is trying to increase her influence in Toronto, where Gilead is expanding into Canada. Naturally, the mission to reunite June and Hannah continues. Get updates on previous seasons here.
why women kill people
The anthology dark comedy-drama returns for a second season with a gripping new story. This time the story is set in 1949. Starring Fargo’s Alison Tolman, Shaun of the Dead’s Nick Frost, and Once Upon a Time’s Lana Parrilla, the sinful series follows housewife Alma. A person who dreams of blending into high society. The plot goes to murderous lengths as Alma becomes part of the glitz and glamour. Packed with dark secrets and cheeky one-liners with plenty of twists and turns, it’s a must-watch for your next night. If you haven’t seen it yet, the first series, which follows the lives of three different women, is also worth watching. For 30 years, from the 60’s to the 80’s and now. Lucy Liu and Alexandra Daddario (who you may remember from this year’s cult hit The White Lotus), with their incredible 1980s wardrobes, bring humor and a darker, more confrontational look to the film. The show blends themes and leads an outstanding cast in its first season. Watch both seasons here.
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lime town
Based on the fictional podcast of the same name, Limetown follows journalist Leah Haddock (Jessica).
Beale) and her investigation into 300 people who mysteriously disappeared from a neuroscience facility.
Tennessee 15 years ago. Like any good thriller, imagine American public radio.
Investigative journalists face some obstacles and the typical “stop poking here” kind of stuff.
Vibes – Risks his life to find out what happened to the people of Limetown. your edge
The Sheet series stars the always wonderful Stanley Tucci as Haddock’s uncle and resident of Limetown. You can watch it here.
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back to life
After serving an 18-year sentence for a crime she committed as a teenager, Mira Matteson returns to live with her parents in their small hometown on the English coast. There, as she attempts to move on with her life and make a new start, she faces the claustrophobic hostility of the locals, who are not happy about her return. From the producers of Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s classic modern series Fleabag, this female-led gem has all the hallmarks of a great British dark comedy, starring Daisy Haggard as Mattson. (co-screenwriter)’s captivating lead performance shines. Take a look here.
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creamery
In the near future, a deadly virus spread across the world, killing 99% of the male population.
Eight years after the virus, Kiwi Series Creamery takes us to New Zealand.
A female utopia (also
You can watch it with less laughter on SBS On Demand here). a group of friends are working on
On organic dairy farms, it was quickly discovered that 1% of the surviving males were sent to the “institution” first.
It is possible that those declared dead are still alive and part of a broader conspiracy. You can watch it here.
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secretariat
After six years of intense covert operations in Syria, French Security Service intelligence officer Guillaume Debailly (codenamed “Marotre”) is recalled to Paris. But returning to normal life is not so easy. Debaiy leaves his false name, reunites with his daughter, and risks his life and identity by contacting a married woman he has fallen in love with abroad. Based on real testimony, this French spy thriller is nonstop action, deception, and mystery. If you loved Homeland, The Bureau is definitely your next series. You can watch season 5 here.
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sorry
Starring Emmy nominees Elizabeth Olsen (WandaVision) and Kelly Marie Tran (The Rise of Skywalker), Sorry, Sorry follows a woman who rebuilds her life after the sudden death of her husband. It depicts a young widow struggling to survive. As grief changes her relationships, she begins to uncover hidden truths about her late husband. Expect to find plenty of warmth and humor along the way in this totally binge-worthy series. Both seasons of the drama series will be available to watch on SBS On Demand starting January 27th.
Here are seven fascinating works that you can fall in love with right now. We recommend starting with the juicy and thrilling new season “Why Women Kill.” Find out by visiting SBS On Demand directly
There are tons of great TV series and movies from Australia and around the world.
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