Musical Drama “In Our Blood” Coming Soon ABC Australia

“In Our Blood”, a four-part musical drama series inspired by Australia’s radical response to AIDS in the early 1980s, will air soon on ABC TV and ABC iview, just in time for the country’s upcoming celebrations of Sydney WorldPride and Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras.

The story of those in government, medicine, and affected communities as they deal with a terrifying new disease is told in In Our Blood, starring an ensemble cast led by Tim Draxl (A Place to Call Home, Summer Love), Matt Day (Rake, Harrow), Jada Alberts (Mystery Road, The Stranger), Nicholas Brown (A Perfect Pairing, Christmas On The Farm), Anna McGahan (Spirited, House Husbands), and Oscar Leal (Bump, Black Snow).

With no known treatment they have come to the conclusion that they must all work together in order to succeed, which will require something truly revolutionary: trust. Despite opposition from moral crusaders and public panic, these brave, diverse groups work together to stem the tide of AIDS and save tens of thousands of lives.

Hoodlum Entertainment creates the series with writing by Adriano Cappelleta, Jane Allen, and Jonathan Gavin. Fremantle is in charge of international distribution.

Sally Riley, ABC’ s Head of Drama, Entertainment and Indigenous, says “We are thrilled to be presenting this genre-defying take on an important and inspiring story.  Produced by Hoodlum Entertainment and lead by an exciting ensemble cast including the superb Tim Draxl, Matt Day and Jada Alberts, we look forward to sharing this captivating series with ABC audiences off the back of our WorldPride programming.”

Hoodlum Entertainment’s CCO and series Executive Producer/Producer, Nathan Mayfield says, “We are so excited to bring this ambitious and compelling musical drama to life. Based on Adriano Cappelletta’s play and set against the backdrop of the anthemic songs of the time, In Our Blood is inspired by those in government, the LGBTQIA+ community, and benevolent supporters who together led the world in their response to AIDS in the 80s.”

Screen Australia’s Head of Content, Grainne Brunsdon says “Series creator and writer Adriano Cappelletta alongside writers Jane Allen and Jonathan Garvin have created a moving story of hope and how individuals have the power to make systemic change. With Hoodlum Entertainment producing, this original and compelling story about a seminal moment in Australian history is set to inspire and resonate with audiences when it premieres on ABC.”

Screen Queensland’s Chief Creative Officer Dr Belinda Burns said, “Produced by Queensland-based Hoodlum Entertainment, In Our Blood follows a pivotal moment in Australia’s history, which had a significant impact on our country’s political landscape and the LGBTQIA+ community. We are thrilled to support the production through Screen Queensland’s Screen Finance program, and look forward to seeing this important story come to life.”

In Our Blood is coming soon to ABC TV and ABC iview.