50 minSeason 3 • Episode 6
LatestAlex and Rachel battle to control their political destinies in the gripping final instalment of Total Control. Welcome to the future of Australian democracy.
A local Indigenous politician is recruited to the senate by the Australian Prime Minister after a contentious video goes viral.
Acting
Deborah Mailman's micro-expressions could carry a silent film.
Writing
Dialogue so sharp you'll pause to recover.
Production
Actual Parliament House access = unprecedented authenticity.
Creators
Rachel Griffiths, Darren Dale, Miranda Dear
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Deborah Mailman and Rachel Griffiths had never worked together despite decades in Australian industry; their tension is partly real negotiation of two acting legends finding rhythm.
The show's writers room included actual political staffers — including one who worked for Australia's first Indigenous cabinet minister. That scene where Alex's staff explain 'the vibe' of Question Time? Documentary-level accurate.
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