Cleverman
In the near future, creatures from ancient Aboriginal mythology endowed with extraordinary physical traits have emerged and must coexist with humans. Known as 'Hairypeople' they battle for survival in a world that wants to exploit and destroy them. One young man – The Cleverman – struggles with his own power and the responsibility to unite this divided world, but he must first overcome a deep estrangement from his older brother.
Cast
Hunter Page-Lochard
Koen West
Iain Glen
Jarrod Slade
Rob Collins
Waruu West
Frances O'Connor
Charlotte Cleary
Deborah Mailman
Aunty Linda
Seasons
E1First Contact
Jun 1, 2016
A series of unexplained violent attacks in the city are blamed on the newly discovered 'Hairypeople', who have been living and passing amongst us, without our knowledge.
E2Containment
Jun 8, 2016
Koen is mystified by his strange new powers. Looking for answers, he heads into The Zone. Aunty Linda realizes there is a new Cleverman.
E3A Free Ranger
Jun 15, 2016
Problems at the Containment Center create further panic; while both Waruu and Koen reject Slade’s offer to help in a mysterious laboratory.
E4Sun and Moon
Jun 22, 2016
The Hairies are blamed for the continuing deaths. As tensions mount, Waruu demands Koen use his Cleverman powers to halt the murders.
E5A Man of Vision
Jun 29, 2016
Charlotte agrees to one last attempt at IVF at a clinic offering new technology. Slade offers Waruu a deal he struggles to refuse.
E6Terra Nullius
Jul 6, 2016
As the Containment Authority prepares to clear the city of Hairypeople, Koen must finally face his destiny as a Cleverman.
E1Revival
Jun 28, 2017
Koen must unite the hairy and human people of the Zone, who have scattered and disappeared across the City after the demolishing of their home.
E2Bindawu
Jul 5, 2017
Waruu takes a position in government for the Inclusion Initiative. Koen vows to do whatever he can to help the Hairy people.
E3Dark Clouds
Jul 12, 2017
Koen grows in power and understanding as he spends time with Uncle Jimmy. Meanwhile, Waruu discovers a dangerous new creature and is led by an old story to a substance he believes can vanquish the Cleverman.
E4Muya
Jul 19, 2017
Koen fears his powers are diminishing. Darana is appalled by Jarli's actions. Waruu learns vital information about the nulla nulla.
E5Skin
Jul 26, 2017
Koen targets Waruu's power base and confronts him, demanding he close the Inclusion Clinic. Waruu is unintimidated as he believes he has a very special weapon. Slade has Waruu's hair DNA tested and is stunned by the results.
E6Borrowed Time
Aug 2, 2017
Allegiances are tested when Jarli takes action in the city. Waruu possesses the one thing that can kill Koen.
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Storyline
In the near future, creatures from ancient Aboriginal mythology endowed with extraordinary physical traits have emerged and must coexist with humans. Known as 'Hairypeople' they battle for survival in a world that wants to exploit and destroy them. One young man – The Cleverman – struggles with his own power and the responsibility to unite this divided world, but he must first overcome a deep estrangement from his older brother.
