Fisk has captivated Australian audiences and broken viewing records for the ABC, cementing its position as one of the nation's most successful comedy series.
The latest season's premiere surpassed 3 million viewers, achieving the highest rating for any non-kids show on the ABC since 2016. Fisk continues to dominate streaming, with the latest season hitting the #1 non-kids title on ABC iview (the network's BVOD platform) in 2024. Seasons 1 and 2 have consistently achieved an impressive average of one million viewers per episode* on ABC iview, further solidifying its success beyond broadcast.
Not only has it exceeded all expectations locally, it has captivated international audiences. ABC Commercial has secured sales to ITV X in the UK and Ireland, Netflix for platforms globally plus partners in Scandinavia. In its first week on Netflix, Fisk hit the Top 10 in TV shows in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, Argentina, Uruguay, Sri Lanka, Kenya, and South Africa.
Co-creator/writer/director and multi-award winner, Kitty Flanagan, says, "I'm so lucky that I get to make this show with so many talented and funny people – both on screen and behind the scenes. The fact that we managed to make something that viewers are tuning in to watch is the icing on the mud cake. Honestly, I don't think I'll ever stop being surprised (or delighted) by the fact that a show centred around a plain, fifty-something woman in a baggy brown suit became a hit."
Commissioned by the ABC, the proudly made-in-Melbourne series premiered in 2021, introducing audiences to the incomparable Helen Tudor-Fisk, the brown-suited wills and probate lawyer portrayed with comedic brilliance by Flanagan. Helen's unique blend of sharp wit and relatable charm quickly captured hearts and set the tone for the series' unprecedented success.
Joining Flanagan each episode is the remarkable ensemble of Aaron Chen, Julia Zemiro, Marty Sheargold, John Gaden, and Glenn Butcher, who, alongside episodic guest cast drawn from Australia's most accomplished comedic performers, have elevated the show to unparalleled heights.
First published at ABC News, January 30, 2025
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