The ABC and Screen Australia are pleased to announce cameras have rolled on the second series of the critically acclaimed political comedy-drama The PM’s Daughter produced by Fremantle Australia. The PM’s Daughter is filming on location throughout Sydney and will premiere on ABC ME next year.
“We are very excited to be in production on a second PM’s Daughter series with Cat now firmly ensconced in the Lodge with her PM Mum, Isabel, surrounded by her best mates Sadie, Ollie, and newcomer Alex. There’s loads more political intrigue, super surprising teen crushes and yes, the constant challenges of teen life lived firmly and squarely in the public eye. We look forward to sharing the new series with you soon.” Mary-Ellen Mullane, Managing Editor ABC Children’s commented.
“After the phenomenal success of the first season, we’re delighted to continue our collaboration with the ABC for a second term of The PM’s Daughter. We are once again thrilled to have a fantastic creative team who are taking the series to new heights with even more of the fun and thrills that our audience have come to love.” Warren Clarke, Executive Producer, Fremantle commented.
“We know Cat’s adventures proved popular with young viewers and we’re delighted to support a second season of this fresh series. The talented creative team have done a brilliant job of crafting a smart drama that explores contemporary issues and real world politics in a fun and engaging way.” Grainne Brunsdon, Screen Australia’s Head of Content commented.
Just when Cat Parkes Pérez has finally settled into life in The Lodge, a brand new conspiracy sends her on a desperate search for the truth. Between a federal election campaign and a highly competitive tech internship, there’s no shortage of distractions … and that’s all before her mother’s love life starts making headlines. Cat’s journalism aspirations are about to be put to the test as she digs to uncover her very first story, all while balancing the unpredictable complications that come with being the PM’s daughter. With best friends Sadie and Ollie by her side, Cat’s about to discover that the truth can be far more complicated than she ever imagined.
The PM’s Daughter welcomes back an exciting cast of emerging young talent, including Cassandra Helmot as Cat, Natalie English as Sadie, Jaga Yap (Babyteeth) as Ollie, Amelie James-Power as Georgina, and introduces Bailey Hayward as Alex. Claire Fearon returns as Prime Minister Isabel Pérez along with Anthony Brandon Wong (The Family Law) as Deputy Prime Minister Tim Yeung, Gemma Bird Matheson (Neighbours, The Housemate) as Yvette and Renee Lim (Please Like Me) as Deputy Principal Tan.
