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A recently widowed father, quits his job as a popular 800 word columnist for a top selling Sydney newspaper. Over the internet he buys a house on an impulse in a remote New Zealand seaside town. He then has to break the news to his two teenage kids who just lost their mum, and now face an even more uncertain future. But the colourful and inquisitive locals ensure his dream of a fresh start does not go to plan.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

6.7/10

Release Date

08 December 2025

Country

New Zealand

Cast

Erik Thomson

Erik Thomson

George Turner

Melina Vidler

Melina Vidler

Shay Turner

Benson Jack Anthony

Benson Jack Anthony

Arlo Turner

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