Short Poppies

Season 1

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Journalist David Farrier travels to small town NZ to meet ordinary New Zealanders and discovers even the most ordinary people are special in their own way. All the characters profiled are played by Rhys Darby in this mockumentary sitcom.

Where to Watch Season 1

8 Episodes

  • Terry Pole
    E1
    Terry PoleRhys Darby plays Terry Pole, a lifeguard and leg model. It's the day of the local sexy legs competition and Terry believes some of his competitors have resorted to sabotage to keep him from winning.
  • Steve Whittle
    E2
    Steve WhittleSteve Whittle runs an alien encounter support service for people, like him, who have been abducted by visitors from outer space. David Farrier becomes part of his plan.
  • Ron Taylor
    E3
    Ron TaylorRon Taylor is an entrepreneur by nature whose whale watching business is in deep trouble. Ready to do anything to keep it afloat Ron is heading for a run in with the law.
  • Mary Ledbetter
    E4
    Mary LedbetterMary Ledbetter is a woman who rules her small town with an iron fist. She's the local gossip and a full time agitator and a day in her company will test David Farrier's patience to the limit.
  • Bill Napier
    E5
    Bill NapierBill Napier is a local park ranger who is better at talking to trees than people. When reporter David Farrier spends a day with him it presents some tricky filming challenges. Featuring Bear Grylls.
  • Louise Cooper
    E6
    Louise CooperLouise Cooper is a local artist and a man eater. When David Farrier comes to town her radar is immediately on him. Featuring Sam Neill.
  • Rhod Gainer
    E7
    Rhod GainerRhod Gainer is the local lawyer with no regard for the law. Played by Rhys Darby, Rhod is a car enthusiast who gets himself in more trouble than his clients.
  • The Finale
    E8
    The FinaleDavid Farrier returns for a screening of what the network have made. But no one is happy with how they've been portrayed and what was supposed to be a heartfelt reunion turns into a mutiny.

Cast of Season 1

  • Rhys DarbyVarious characters

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