The Office Australia: All the Key Details You Need to Know

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Australia is now joining the ranks of countries with its own adaptation of The Office. The highly anticipated series, set in Sydney, will follow the quirky and chaotic lives of employees at a packaging company.

With its own unique twist, this version features a female boss, Hannah Howard, stepping into the leadership role previously made famous by Michael Scott.

If you’re curious about this exciting new spin-off, here’s everything you need to know about The Office Australia.

Premiere Date and Trailer

Mark your calendars! The Office Australia is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on October 18th, 2024.

Fans of the mockumentary style will get to binge all eight episodes of the first season at once, as they will be dropped on the same day.

The official trailer has already been released, offering a glimpse of Hannah Howard’s attempts to bond with her team using her “friendly” approach.

You can catch the trailer here and get a taste of the fun and awkward moments to come.

Plot Overview

The series revolves around Flinley Craddick, a packaging company located in Sydney. Hannah Howard, the company’s managing director, receives news from the Head Office that the branch will be shut down, and employees will need to work from home.

Desperate to hold her “work family” together, Hannah makes unrealistic promises to save the office, leading to a string of misadventures.

Meanwhile, the staff is left trying to manage Hannah’s unpredictable leadership while struggling to meet the impossible targets she sets.

Expect the same level of uncomfortable humor and endearing dysfunction that made the original versions of The Office so beloved.

Cast Highlights

Felicity Ward stars as Hannah Howard, the central character who will do anything to keep her team together. Supporting her is a talented ensemble cast including:

  • Edith Poor as Lizze Moyle (receptionist)
  • Shari Sebbens as Greta King (sales rep)
  • Steen Raskopoulos as Nick Fletcher (sales rep)
  • Jonny Brugh as Lloyd Kneath (IT head)
  • Josh Thomson as Martin Katavake (HR head)
  • Susan Ling Young as Tina Kwong (sales rep)
  • Raj Labade as Sebastian Roy (intern)

The cast is rounded out by Zoe Terakes as warehouse head Stevie Jones, Jason Perini as warehouse staff Johnny, and Pallavi Sharda as regional director Alisha Khanna.

Expect some exciting guest stars like Susie Youssef, Rick Donald, and Justin Rosniak to make appearances throughout the first season.

The Office Australia promises to be a hilarious and fresh take on the beloved mockumentary format, while still maintaining the charm and awkwardness that fans adore.

Don’t miss the premiere on Prime Video this October!

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