The groundbreaking Australian soap opera, “Number 96,” is back. Starting 16 May, streaming service Brollie will revive this iconic series, offering a new generation the chance to experience the show that shocked and gripped audiences in the 1970s.
“Number 96” originally aired on 0-10 Network in 1972. It quickly became a ratings sensation in 1973 and 1974, earning eight Logie Awards along the way. The show’s daring exploration of then-taboo topics – including sex, nudity, and LGBTQ+ themes – made it a cultural phenomenon, paving the way for more open and inclusive storytelling on Australian television.
The series centered on the residents of an inner-city Sydney apartment building, also named “Number 96.” It offered a raw, unvarnished look at Australian life in the ’70s, pushing boundaries and challenging social norms. While the original series ran for hundreds of episodes, only 18 of the initial black and white episodes survive. These rare episodes will premiere on Brollie May 16.
Following the initial black and white episodes, Brollie will release the first batch of color episodes on Friday, May 30th. A unique bridging episode, hosted by TV historian Andrew Mercado, will precede episodes 585-589, providing context and background on the show’s history and impact. Brollie subscribers can expect five color episodes every Friday thereafter.
Brollie is accessible on a variety of platforms including Apple and Google Play Stores, Apple TV, Google TV, Android TV, Chromecast with Google TV, and via browser at
