Drop the Dead Donkey
In a busy TV newsroom, staff try to keep their program credible after a powerful new owner takes over. As deadlines loom and real-world headlines shape each episode, the team clashes over whether to pursue serious reporting or chase attention-grabbing stories that protect the boss’s interests.
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Season 6
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1
E1
The Newsmakers
A documentary crew films the demise of Globelink News.
Oct 28, 1998 · 24m -
2
E2
Beasts, Badgers and Bombshells
Roy Merchant promises to not cut jobs.
Nov 4, 1998 · 24m -
3
E3
The Diaries
Helen tells her father she's a lesbian. Henry and Sally look for other jobs. Dave tries to get fired.
Nov 11, 1998 · 24m -
4
E4
But is it Art?
Sally begins dating older men. George meets Henry's niece. Helen tells her mother she's a lesbian.
Nov 18, 1998 · 24m -
5
E5
George Finds Love
George goes out on a date with Henry's niece Sue. With the threat of unemployment looming ahead Damien starts to suffer from a nervous condition. And can Sally's future husband save Globelink News?
Nov 25, 1998 · 24m -
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E6
A Bit of an Atmosphere
Damian's fainting spells get worse. Henry gets a job on children's TV. Joy's sketches are displayed in a gallery.
Dec 2, 1998 · 23m -
7
E7
The Final Chapter
The staff prepares big changes in their second careers, but nothing goes as plans.
Dec 9, 1998 · 24m
