New Aussie Children’s Political Comedy-Drama Series

Production has started on the new ten-episode children’s political comedy-drama series The PM’s Daughter for ABC ME in Australia.

The PM’s Daughter follows Cat Parkes Pérez, a young activist whose relatively normal teen life is thrown into disarray when political turmoil strikes and Cat’s mother is unexpectedly thrust into the role of Prime Minister. The series is created by Tristram Baumber (The Unlisted, Born to Spy) and newcomer Matthew Allred and produced by Alice Willison (The Other Guy).

It will be helmed by Julietta Boscolo (Doctor, Doctor), alongside Erin White (Little Lunch) and Alana Hicks (Chicken). Writers for the series include Baumber, Lou Sanz, Hannah Samuel, Angela McDonald, Craig Irvin, Bird Matheson and Magda Wozniak. The series is executive produced by Fremantle’s Chris Oliver-Taylor (The Heights, Wanted) and Baumber. Kieran Hoyle will co-produce.

Libbie Doherty, head of ABC children’s production, said, “This series has the lot! Political intrigue, full-on teens, great fashion and oh yes, life in ‘The Lodge’ as imagined by a stellar team of Australian creatives. We’ve had a lot of fun developing the series and are delighted to be launching the careers of this super cool cast. We wish them well as production kicks off and look forward to sharing the performances on screen soon.”

Chris Oliver-Taylor, Fremantle CEO for the Asia-Pacific, said: “We are excited to start filming on this dynamic series and bring to life the hilarious adventures of Catalina and her friends brilliantly created by Tristram Baumber and Matthew Allred. The series has brought together an exceptional team of creatives from writers, directors and producers, and will showcase an ensemble of Australia’s brightest new talent and seasoned performers.”

Sally Caplan, head of content at Screen Australia, said, “We look forward to Cat and her friends beginning their adventures in Canberra, as The PM’s Daughter heads into production. This is an intriguing and thoroughly original concept from creators Tristram Baumber and Matthew Allred, and in the capable hands of the standout creative team behind the series we expect The PM’s Daughter will engage and inspire children around Australia when it heads to ABC ME.”