Name: Total Control
Released: 2019-10-13T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Deborah Mailman, Rachel Griffiths, Anthony Hayes

TV Show · Drama · Thriller

Fearless Indigenous senator Alex Irving finds herself at the center of media attention after a shocking event and, barely weeks into her political career in Canberra, must deal with betrayal inside the government.

2019 · 50m

Starring Deborah Mailman, Rachel Griffiths, Anthony Hayes

Director Rachel Perkins, Wayne Blair

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

Alex is forced into the limelight after a horrific event. Australia's embattled PM sees a publicity goldmine for her party. In a bold power play, Alex is invited to join the Senate, but she wants to be more than just a political stunt.
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

Alex proves her worth to the Senate, brokering a difficult deal between Indigenous communities and the government. Meanwhile JC hitch-hikes across the country in an effort to meet Alex.
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

As Alex works around the clock to get the necessary amendments before the Senate, there is opposition within the party and the PM barely holds onto her leadership. With JC almost in reach, Alex is faced with a tragedy at home.
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

Alex is struck low by grief and the betrayal of the PM against her and the community weighs heavy on her shoulders. When she discovers the extent of the PM's deception, she plans to return to Canberra. But this time she won't be playing by the rules.
EPISODE 5

Episode 5

Back in Canberra, Alex and the PM embark on a game of political cat and mouse. Alex knows the only person who can help her now is Jess Clarke, but when they finally arrange to meet, JC gets scared and runs.
EPISODE 6

Episode 6

In the pursuit of justice for Jess Clarke, Alex declares war on her party. Faced with the prime minister’s double dealing, she engineers a plan that could have catastrophic consequences for the government.