BINGE today confirmed that acclaimed Australian crime drama HIGH COUNTRY will return for a highly anticipated second season from 14 September, with new episodes streaming weekly on BINGE, DAZN’s entertainment streaming platform.
Filmed in Victoria HIGH COUNTRY: WHAT LIES BENEATH sees multi-award winning actress Leah Purcell AM (The Drover’s Wife: The Legend of Molly Johnson, Wentworth) joined by new cast Brendan Cowell (Plum, Avatar), Ryan Corr (Kangaroo, House of the Dragon) and Nadine Garner (Savage River, The Doctor Blake Mysteries), alongside returning stars Ian McElhinney (Game of Thrones, Derry Girls), Sara Wiseman (Watching You, Territory), and Aaron Pedersen (Jack Irish, Mystery Road).
The eight episode season two sees Andie (Leah Purcell) drawn into a case far more dangerous and personal than she ever imagined. It will test her loyalties and challenge everything she thought she knew about herself, her community and the High Country she calls home.
Season one received a standout debut that captivated audiences across Australia and overseas, including top-rating performances on BBC1 in the UK and Hulu in the US. High Country was the most-streamed series on BINGE in both March and April 2024 following its launch, and was one of the platform’s biggest drivers of new subscriptions during that period, remaining one of BINGE’s most watched and most loved Original series.
HIGH COUNTRY: WHAT LIES BENEATH continues BINGE’s and DAZN’s commitment to delivering premium Australian drama that resonates globally, and shines a spotlight on Australian culture, landscapes and stories.
Leah Purcell, star and Executive Producer, said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be back with the team for Season 2 of High Country! I can’t wait to bring this much-anticipated new chapter to audiences around the world. With fresh storylines cleverly crafted, superb new talent joining the cast, and haunting questions finally answered — what more could you want from a second season?”
Foxtel Group Executive Director, Entertainment Content, Daniel Monaghan, said: “Season one proved the immense global and local appeal of bold, uniquely Australian stories. We’re thrilled to bring audiences back to Victoria’s High Country alongside the captivating Leah Purcell as we build on that momentum, push the mystery further, and raise the bar for an incredible second season.”
Curio Pictures Executive Producers Jo Porter and Rachel Gradner said:“This exciting new season is a must-watch, with Leah delivering a brilliant performance alongside a stellar cast and world-class creative team. High Country: What Lies Beneath takes viewers on a thrilling new journey filled with twists, turns and unexpected discoveries.”
VicScreen CEO Caroline Pitcher, said: “Fans of the hit drama High Country have been eagerly anticipating its return. Season two once again showcases Victoria’s breathtaking alpine landscapes and the depth of Victorian screen talent, both on screen and behind the camera. This engrossing new season is set to draw in audiences across Australia and beyond.”
Screen Australia Director of Narrative Content Louise Gough,said: “High Country offers a propulsive mystery set amongst the stunning Victorian landscape from an award-winning, highly experienced team of storytellers led by Leah Purcell and the team at Curio Pictures. The much anticipated series return of High Country: What Lies Beneath will have audiences here and across the world primed to enjoy this thrilling second outing.”
Filming took place amid the breathtaking Victorian Alps, with locations across Jamieson, Mansfield, Eildon and greater Melbourne capturing the region’s dramatic beauty and spirit.
Production credit: HIGH COUNTRY: WHAT LIES BENEATH is produced by Sony Televsion’s Curio Pictures’ for DAZN’s Foxtel Group. Major production investment from Screen Australia and Foxtel Group in association with VicScreen and ABC. International sales by Sony Pictures Television.
Executive Producers and Producers Jo Porter and Rachel Gardner are joined by John Ridley and Leah Purcell as Executive Producers and Angie Fielder as Producer. Executive Producers for the Foxtel Group are Lana Greenhalgh and Penny Win. Created by Marcia Gardner and John Ridley. Directed by Lucy Gaffy and Ben Lucas. Written by John Ridley, Kim Wilson, Marcia Gardner and Beck Cole.
Episode 1of HIGH COUNTRY: WHAT LIES BENEATH will be available to stream on BINGE, a DAZN Australia streaming platform, and Foxtel On Demand from 14 September, with new episodes streaming weekly. Foxtel customers can watch the series weekly on Showcase at 8.30pm from 14 September. Season 1 is available now on BINGE and Foxtel.
