The ABC has confirmed an Australian premiere date for its uplifting new drama series The Messenger.
The Messenger, based on Markus Zusak’s best-selling novel, will premiere on Sunday 14 May at 8.20PM on ABC TV. The series will have eight parts, and all episodes will be available to stream on ABC iview.
The talented young cast, including William McKenna, Alexandra Jensen, Chris Alosio, and Kartanya Maynard, will be starring in this intriguing tale produced by Jason Stephens and Elisa Argenzio.
The Messenger tells the story of Ed Kennedy (William McKenna), who becomes an accidental hero after receiving mysterious messages scribbled on playing cards that set him on a strange journey. Ed’s actions with these messages change lives, most of all his own.
Markus Zusak, the author and executive producer, says,
“I’m so excited to see this series on the ABC, and I think it’s something we can see ourselves in – our friendships and families, our laughter and flaws, and our willingness to see each other through, especially in the hard times. It’s got a big and beautiful heart. I can’t wait for people to see it.”
The Messenger audiobook is available now on the ABC listen app.
The Messenger is a Lingo Pictures production, part of ITV Studios, with major production investment from Screen Australia in association with the ABC. It was financed with support from Screen NSW, and All3Media International is managing international sales.
